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Help Ana Beat Late-Stage Lyme

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Dear Friends,

I am reaching out to you today on behalf of my daughter, Ana, who has been battling chronic late-stage neurological Lyme Disease and chronic systemic toxic black mold poisoning. Ana's debilitating symptoms were misdiagnosed for over two decades, causing much suffering and exacerbating her PTSD symptoms from an early childhood traumatic event.

Recently, Ana met a mold and Lyme literate doctor who helped uncover the overwhelming truth about her condition. Sadly, her capacity has been dramatically affected by these systemic infections. Her work, social life, physical activity, and mental and emotional well-being have all been hindered by her symptoms.

Ana's daily experiences include severe fatigue, neuropathy, headaches, weakness, brain fog, memory loss, muscle pain, GI issues, heart palpitations, muscle spasms and twitching, light and sound sensitivity, changes in vision, joint pain, severe heat sensitivity, spontaneous skin rashes, rapid weight gain, and general inflammation of the body. Her symptoms are debilitating, and she struggles to continue working. The long-undiagnosed Lyme Disease and mold poisoning have dramatically heightened her susceptibility to crippling panic attacks and anxiety, which affect every facet of her life.

Ana's system is currently on overload, and after only a few months into her life-changing treatment, she has been forced to stop her protocol due to a lack of funds. Medical debt has accumulated, and she is desperately trying to make ends meet every month, let alone pay for treatments. We are seeking your assistance to help pay for medical testing, treatments, medical bills, and additional Lyme and mold-related treatment costs so that Ana can continue to fight her battle.

We believe that the power of community can make a profound difference in someone's life. Please consider donating, no matter how small, to help Ana regain her health and quality of life. Your generosity will be felt beyond words, and we will be forever grateful for your support. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing her story so that more might be moved to help support Ana while she is in acute need.

Thank you for being a source of hope and strength for Ana during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Jane

Here is a breakdown of what any donations will be going toward over the course of the next 12 months. These treatments are not covered by insurance and will be out of pocket:

Lyme Disease & Mold Protocol $1,940
Accumulated Medical Debt $800
Essential Daily Supplements $2,400
Treatment for Panic Disorder $2,000
Lymphatic Massage $1,920
Acupuncture Treatment $2,160
Medical Transportation $1,200
Brain Retraining Program (DNRS) $1,200
Help with Cost of Living $5,000
Total: $18,620

Here are some links to learn more about Ana’s conditions:




Here is a recent picture of one of Ana’s acute symptoms (spontaneous and rapid spreading rash) due to Lyme and mold infection:


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    Co-organizers (2)

    Jane Ketchum
    Organizer
    Burlington, VT
    Ana Mayhew
    Beneficiary
    Jenny Lee
    Co-organizer

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