Help Save Winston's Life
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Hello everyone,
I am reaching out to you all in hopes of getting some help for my beloved 3-year-old cat, Winston, who has been diagnosed with Immune-Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA). IMHA is a condition where the immune system attacks and destroys the body's own red blood cells, leading to severe anemia and potentially life-threatening complications.
Since October 11th, Winston was hospitalized and has been on steroids to suppress his immune system and try to control the IMHA. Unfortunately, he has been hospitalized twice and recently had to undergo a blood transfusion on the 29th because his red blood cell count was dangerously low, putting his life at risk.
He is now on steroids twice a day in an attempt to get the IMHA under control, but the condition is proving to be very aggressive. He also had a fever of unknown origins blood test done, which came back negative, indicating that the IMHA is the primary concern.
The vet bills for his treatment so far have already reached around $5000, and we are struggling to pay off the balance. If we are unable to settle the bills, the vet may no longer be able to continue treating him, putting his life at risk.
Winston will need to have regular blood work done to monitor his condition, and there is a possibility that he may require more blood transfusions in the future. The cost of his ongoing treatment is becoming overwhelming for us, and we are in desperate need of financial assistance to ensure that he receives the care he needs to survive.
Any donation, no matter how small, would be greatly appreciated and would go a long way in helping us cover the cost of his treatment. We love Winston dearly and want to do everything we can to give him the best chance at recovery.
Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for considering supporting us during this difficult time. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us and to Winston.
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Brittany Wilson
Organizer
Somerset, KY