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Fund Drue's Essential POTS Diagnostic Tests

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Hello, my name Is Drue, and I am reaching out for your help to raise $1,200 to undergo essential diagnostic testing for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
For quite some time now, I have been experiencing a range of debilitating symptoms, including dizziness, presyncope, rapid heartbeat, and chronic fatigue, elevated blood pressure, body heat regulation issues, blood pooling at lower extremities, etc. These symptoms have significantly impacted my quality of life, making daily activities a challenge. After a consultation with a dysautonomia specialist, it's come to our attention that I may have POTS, a condition that affects the autonomic nervous system and can severely impair one's ability to function.

Diagnosing POTS requires specific tests that are not covered by my insurance. These tests are critical for identifying the condition accurately and developing an effective treatment plan. The total estimated cost that my insurance won't be covering for the diagnostic testing is $1,200, which includes:

- Tilt Table Test
- Autonomic Function Tests
- Blood Volume Analysis
-Genetic testing for comorbid genetic mutations
-Mast Cell Activation Syndrome diagnostics

Receiving these tests is a crucial step towards improving my health and my quality of life. Unfortunately, I am unable to cover these costs on my own, and that is why I am turning to the kindness and generosity of others for support. I've been unemployed for longer than I've wanted to be, and thankfully, I have a job that I will be starting by November or December of this year. Despite that, I still have basic costs to cover outside diagnostic testing, and am trying to prioritize my health with the money that I have available in small monthly stipends.

Your donation, no matter the amount, will bring me one step closer to a proper diagnosis and the possibility of effective treatment. If you are unable to contribute financially, sharing this campaign within your network and circle would also mean the world to me.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and for any support you can provide.

With true appreciation,
Drue.
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Drue Stephens
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Phoenix, AZ

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