Hi, my name is Andrew Maxwell, and I’m raising funds to support my wife, Savannah, as she fights through one of the most challenging and painful times of our lives.
Just before Thanksgiving, Savannah fell critically ill due to complications from ovarian abscesses. What began as a routine ER visit escalated into a life-threatening crisis involving emergency surgery, prolonged hospital stays, and a complicated recovery, all made more difficult by her Type 1 diabetes. We are now facing extensive medical expenses, even with insurance, and we’re asking for your help to ease this overwhelming financial burden.
What Happened:
Shortly before Thanksgiving, Savannah began experiencing severe abdominal pain. We rushed to the ER, where doctors discovered a hemorrhagic ovarian cyst. They sent her home with medications, hoping it would resolve on its own.
Determined to push through, Savannah joined her family for a Thanksgiving trip out of town. However, her pain worsened, and we had to cut the trip short. Shortly after returning home, Savannah woke up in the middle of the night screaming in agony. I rushed her back to the ER, where doctors found a massive abscess on one ovary—about the size of a cantaloupe. To address the immediate danger, doctors placed a drain and kept her in the hospital for five days.
After being discharged, Savannah returned home but still felt unwell. Two days later, we went back to the hospital, where another scan revealed a second abscess, this time on the opposite side. This abscess, roughly the size of an orange, required the placement of a second drain. Despite this, Savannah’s condition showed little improvement, and after another week of worsening symptoms, a third abscess was discovered.
Faced with the persistent infections, doctors decided emergency surgery was necessary. During the procedure, they found that one of Savannah’s ovaries had essentially exploded and was surrounded by uncountable abscesses. The other ovary burst when the surgeon touched it. Tragically, both fallopian tubes were dead and dissolving, leaving doctors no choice but to remove the tubes and ovaries in a partial hysterectomy.
Although the immediate threat to Savannah’s life has been addressed after undergoing a partial Hysterectomy, her body is still recovering from the extensive damage and infection. She is still being monitored by hospital staff to ensure it doesn't come back.
This ordeal has taken a tremendous emotional and physical toll on Savannah and our family. Our son, Keegan, misses his mom dearly, and we are heartbroken that she has missed so many moments with him during this time.
Why We Need Your Help:
Savannah’s health crisis has created overwhelming financial challenges. Even with insurance, the out-of-pocket expenses are staggering, and Savannah cannot work for the foreseeable future. Here’s what we’re facing:
Hospital stays (14+ days): $60,000+
Six CT scans: $6,000+
Emergency surgeries and procedures (drains, IV line, medications): $20,000+
Follow-up care and additional surgeries: $10,000+
Total Estimated Costs: $120,000+
Your support will help us cover:
- Immediate medical bills.
- Everyday expenses while Savannah recovers.
- Ongoing treatments to ensure her long-term health.
How You Can Help:
No matter how small, every contribution makes a difference. Here’s how you can support:
1. Donate – Your funds will go directly to Savannah’s care and recovery.
2. Share – Spreading this campaign to your network helps more than you know.
3. Offer Words of Encouragement – Your kindness and prayers mean the world to us.
We are so grateful for any help you can provide. Your generosity will allow Savannah to focus on healing and give her the chance to return home to our family without the crushing weight of financial stress.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being there for us during this incredibly difficult time.
With gratitude,
Andrew, Savannah, and Keegan Maxwell