Thea’s story #Fight #Laban
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Thea.
Thea just turned 2 in April 2020. She lives in the northern Philippines, my family's home town in Olongapo. It all started with a fever and bleeding gums late July 2020. The pediatrician suspected she had dengue (a mosquito-borne tropical virus). After being poked multiple times for blood samples, Thea was diagnosed with Leukemia. She was referred to a specialist who is an hour and a half from her home town.
She was suppose to start chemo early August but Thea was having issues. Thea's parents brought her to the local hospital but was rejected due to a full capacity. They had to travel a distance to get medical care. The corona virus is making it very difficult to seek urgent medical care locally. She was having eye bleeding and fluctuating fever. After she was given care, it was discovered she had a urine infection. Treatment was given for the bacterial infection. The doctor advised that she get chemo right away after the fever subsides.
She's been in chemo for about two weeks now. She had to be admitted to monitor her reaction to treatment. Thea's had multiple blood transfusions. She started losing her hair, vomiting and lost her ability to walk.
She will receive chemo 4 times a week for 6 months then maintenance for two and a half years. She has to take a private vehicle to the hospital for her safety. The total commute for one treatment is about 3 hours. It is extremely difficult to be ill during this pandemic. Healthcare in the Philippines is very different. Thea's parents have to pay for each treatment and procedures. Any medical care provided is an out of pocket cost.
My Aunt and her family thank you for all the support and prayers for Thea. She will conquer this hiccup and recover to enjoy her childhood and become a strong wonderful woman.
Thank you for taking a time out of your day to read Thea's story. Thank you for saving a life.
#Laban #Thea #Leukemia #Fight #KissBloodCancerGoodbye
Thea just turned 2 in April 2020. She lives in the northern Philippines, my family's home town in Olongapo. It all started with a fever and bleeding gums late July 2020. The pediatrician suspected she had dengue (a mosquito-borne tropical virus). After being poked multiple times for blood samples, Thea was diagnosed with Leukemia. She was referred to a specialist who is an hour and a half from her home town.
She was suppose to start chemo early August but Thea was having issues. Thea's parents brought her to the local hospital but was rejected due to a full capacity. They had to travel a distance to get medical care. The corona virus is making it very difficult to seek urgent medical care locally. She was having eye bleeding and fluctuating fever. After she was given care, it was discovered she had a urine infection. Treatment was given for the bacterial infection. The doctor advised that she get chemo right away after the fever subsides.
She's been in chemo for about two weeks now. She had to be admitted to monitor her reaction to treatment. Thea's had multiple blood transfusions. She started losing her hair, vomiting and lost her ability to walk.
She will receive chemo 4 times a week for 6 months then maintenance for two and a half years. She has to take a private vehicle to the hospital for her safety. The total commute for one treatment is about 3 hours. It is extremely difficult to be ill during this pandemic. Healthcare in the Philippines is very different. Thea's parents have to pay for each treatment and procedures. Any medical care provided is an out of pocket cost.
My Aunt and her family thank you for all the support and prayers for Thea. She will conquer this hiccup and recover to enjoy her childhood and become a strong wonderful woman.
Thank you for taking a time out of your day to read Thea's story. Thank you for saving a life.
#Laban #Thea #Leukemia #Fight #KissBloodCancerGoodbyeOrganizer and beneficiary
Tina Py
Organizer
San Diego, CA
Linda Colangelo
Beneficiary