Hello everyone!

My name is Shota Avlakhashvili. I am from Georgia and I have been living in the United States for 3 years, working to build a better future.

I am a professional historian, specifically an archaeologist.

I am currently facing a very serious medical condition. For over a year and a half, I have been battling a severe bacterial infection called staphylococcus (staph infection), located in the lower part of my spine near the coccyx (tailbone area). Over time, the infection has not stopped and has gradually started spreading to other parts of my back.

A bone infection like this is extremely serious. When bacteria infect the bone, it becomes very difficult for the body to fight it on its own. If it continues to spread, it can destroy bone tissue and, in severe cases, enter the bloodstream. Once the infection reaches the blood, it can become life-threatening and affect vital organs, including the heart and other major systems.

My doctors have recommended surgery, which is necessary to stop the infection from spreading further. The cost of the operation is approximately $32,000.

At the moment, I am in a very difficult situation. I do not have full legal documentation status, and I am not in stable employment, which makes it impossible for me to cover both medical and daily living expenses. My future is currently uncertain.

I only have one family member — my elderly father, who lives in Georgia. I do not have any other family support here, and I am going through this completely alone.

Despite everything, I am trying to stay strong and continue fighting, but at this stage, I cannot do it alone anymore.

Any support, no matter how small, would mean the world to me. If you are unable to donate, sharing this campaign would already be a huge help.

Thank you sincerely for taking the time to read my story.

A staphylococcal infection (staph infection) is a bacterial infection caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. These bacteria are commonly found on the skin or in the nose of healthy people, but they can become dangerous if they enter the body through a wound or spread into deeper tissues.

When staph bacteria infect deeper tissues such as bone, it can develop into a serious condition called osteomyelitis (bone infection).

A bone infection is very difficult to treat because:

* Bone tissue has limited blood flow, making it harder for antibiotics to fully reach the infection.

* Bacteria can survive deep inside the bone for a long time.

* The infection can slowly spread if not fully controlled.

If a staphylococcal bone infection is not treated properly, it can lead to serious complications, including:

* Progressive destruction of bone tissue.

* Chronic, long-term infection.

* Spread of bacteria into the bloodstream (sepsis).

Once the infection enters the bloodstream, it becomes life-threatening, as it can affect vital organs such as the heart, lungs, and other major systems, requiring urgent medical intervention.

For this reason, staphylococcal bone infections are considered a serious medical condition that requires aggressive and often surgical treatment.

With respect,

Shota Avlakhashvili