My name is Juliana, I’m 43 years old, and until April of this year, I was living an ordinary life. During a routine check-up, I was hit with devastating news: the discovery of two tumors—one in my ovary and another in my liver.

I immediately began a marathon of tests and medical consultations. It was during an MRI that the real shock came—one of the tumors was already the size of an avocado.

On May 1st, 2025, I underwent emergency surgery to remove the tumor in my ovary. I sold everything I could, used all my savings, took out loans… I did everything to afford this surgery in the private healthcare system, as I don’t have health insurance.

However, during the operation came the second and most painful news: the liver tumor was not a metastasis, as previously believed. It was a rare, malignant, and extremely dangerous tumor. It had already reached about 20 cm (the size of a pineapple) and couldn’t be removed, as there is a risk of fatal hemorrhage if handled improperly.

I was referred to a specialist in São Paulo who gave me a clear warning: this surgery needs to be done urgently. I can’t wait for the public healthcare system (SUS), which by law has up to 60 days to respond—I simply don’t know if I have that much time. The tumor grows daily, and its rupture could cost me my life.

While I wait, I’m on strict bed rest—I can’t ride in a car, have visitors, or risk any abdominal impact. It’s a life of fear and waiting. But I want to live.

That’s why I’m here asking for your help. Any amount, any share, any gesture is a step closer to getting this surgery before it’s too late.

Please help me keep fighting. Please help me live.

With gratitude,

Juliana