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Please help Katrina through this struggle

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Humbling to have to ask but I need y’all’s help!
Long story short, on July 13th I went to urgent care for back pain and the next thing I knew I was in the ER and then rushed to a larger oncology hospital. They did countless tests trying to determine what was happening and I was there until midday the 19th. They found multiple herniated discs and pinched nerves, which affected the use of my dominant arm, leaving me unable to use it but it didn’t explain the amount of pain I’m in. I’m still taking tests, having to see multiple specialists and do physical therapy and waiting on answers. As of right now, they are most worried about neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer. I’d be lying if I didn’t say I was a little scared and really overwhelmed.
Im currently being taken care of by a friend, can’t drive or work and have zero money coming in. I’m not sure of my future but having some financial support could really take some of the burden off my shoulders so I can focus on healing. I have more bills than answers at this point and still don’t have all of my bills yet but the donations you make will be directly applied to:
  • monthly living expenses- $3000
  • ER- $1500
  • Ambulance ride- $500
  • first hospital bill- $5500
Again, I’m still waiting to see 3 more specialists for more testing as well as check ins with my pcp and am about to see a physical therapist in hopes to get my arm functioning again.

8/16 update: I still can’t drive or work but my pain levels are more manageable and I’m now able to sleep through the night. I can now hold up to 5lbs with my right hand and I’m gaining more movement with my arm! I developed a large growth on my collarbone that hurts randomly and I can feel/hear clicking under it. Don’t have any answers as to what’s happening there but one doctors guess was a lymph node issue. Also, I start physical therapy next week!

Im really grateful for the help I’ve received and the future support, I can’t do this alone.

I could really use your support! Anything at all helps, thank you!
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    Katrina Palumbo
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    Austin, TX

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