Annie's Medical Cost for RSD
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My name is Annie Solomon,
I have been diagnosed wih RSD type 2. RSD type 2 is a secondary disease caused from previous trauma to the body. My RSD happened from nerve damage during surgery in my early 20s. I was a college athlete diagnosed with compartment syndrome, at the time I recieved surgery to both my legs that resulted into nerve damage. That nerve damage is what causes RSD type 2. My brain sends signals to my body that tells me I am in chronic pain. I live with swelling, arthritis, muscle spasms, no muscle response, and a weakend immune system. It is a degenerative disease with no cure. I fight every morning to get out of bed, and I will continue to do so.
Due to the rare nature of my disease, I have been put on numerous meds and have tried the only treatment insurance covers. Unfortunately, my body did not take to the nerve block and the steroids only weakened my immune system. Now, my only options fall under the experimental category and are all out of pocket.
The least evasive and most logical option for me, would be out of state and a three week recovery period. The treatment is $5000.00 each time. Statistically, if it is successful I would do the trip two to three times a year.
Many RSD patients have found months of relief and peace with this alternative treatment. For that alone, I put aside my pride and humble myself to all friends and family and ask for help. I appreciate the time you took to read this, I appreciate the donations towards my cause, and I will appreciate it if you send a prayer my way. Thank you
I have been diagnosed wih RSD type 2. RSD type 2 is a secondary disease caused from previous trauma to the body. My RSD happened from nerve damage during surgery in my early 20s. I was a college athlete diagnosed with compartment syndrome, at the time I recieved surgery to both my legs that resulted into nerve damage. That nerve damage is what causes RSD type 2. My brain sends signals to my body that tells me I am in chronic pain. I live with swelling, arthritis, muscle spasms, no muscle response, and a weakend immune system. It is a degenerative disease with no cure. I fight every morning to get out of bed, and I will continue to do so.
Due to the rare nature of my disease, I have been put on numerous meds and have tried the only treatment insurance covers. Unfortunately, my body did not take to the nerve block and the steroids only weakened my immune system. Now, my only options fall under the experimental category and are all out of pocket.
The least evasive and most logical option for me, would be out of state and a three week recovery period. The treatment is $5000.00 each time. Statistically, if it is successful I would do the trip two to three times a year.
Many RSD patients have found months of relief and peace with this alternative treatment. For that alone, I put aside my pride and humble myself to all friends and family and ask for help. I appreciate the time you took to read this, I appreciate the donations towards my cause, and I will appreciate it if you send a prayer my way. Thank you
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Annie Solomon
Organizer
Grand Blanc, MI