My name is James, and I’m facing a battle I never imagined: Seronegative Autoimmune Encephalitis with Concurrent Autoimmune Autonomic & Peripheral Neuropathy. This complex condition means my immune system is attacking both my brain and nerves, causing severe weakness, gait issues, and constant sensory symptoms. It all began after a relentless fight with COVID in 2022, followed by Lyme disease and other infections that left my body under siege. After months of uncertainty, I finally received a definitive diagnosis. While it’s not the news I hoped for, it brings clarity and a path forward. My doctors have approved IVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin) therapy—a powerful treatment that offers my best chance to halt the progression of nerve damage and begin healing. The road ahead is daunting. The treatments are extremely expensive, and as I move from short-term to long-term disability, my income will be reduced. The financial burden is overwhelming, and I need help to cover these life-saving treatments and basic living expenses. This is a life-altering, potentially life-threatening illness. Without aggressive treatment, the prognosis is poor, but with immediate and sustained immunotherapy, there is real hope for stabilization and meaningful, if partial, recovery. Your support can make all the difference—helping me access the care I need and giving me a fighting chance to reclaim my life. Any contribution, no matter the size, brings hope and relief to my journey. Thank you for standing with me.