Michael's Fight for Life
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Hi friends,
Thank you for checking in with us on our journey.
My husband, Michael, celebrated his 28th birthday January 1st. Days later he was given a terminal cancer diagnosis by his oncologist in Tennessee and Dr. Einhorn (The leading voice in medicine for Testicular Cancer based in Indiana).
Thank you to everyone who has walked alongside us through this time and shown your support. You have given us great courage.
Here is information regarding where we are and why we are asking for your support in this way.
The Backstory:
When Michael was 13 years old, he lost his father, Brian, to Testicular cancer. At age 21, while attending Trevecca University, Michael was diagnosed with and overcame the same cancer through surgery, chemotherapy, and tremendous support from friends and family.
In October 2019, we celebrated his 5 year cancer clear test. The next week, after further review of a scan, we received a call that cancer had actually returned as a golf ball sized tumor between his lungs and spine. With the help of our community, Michael underwent surgery to successfully remove this tumor.
Between February and October of 2020, Michael underwent 3 additional surgeries on his neck to remove cancerous tumors, with short-term success.
Most Recently:
In January 2021, Michael's markers began to rise again. He dedicated himself to a holistic approach with support from both oncologists and incredible leaders at work. With time to focus on extreme diet changes and healing the last three months, his PET scan on April 5th showed cancer appearing again in his neck and now on his vertebrae.
There’s no way to soften the news: doctors have told us even with another round of chemotherapy or surgery, his diagnosis is terminal with conventional medicine.
With urgency, we are asking for your help.
Our Plan:
In the next week Michael will begin radiation treatment on his vertebrae for 10 days. After this targeted treatment, we will travel to Mexico for three weeks of non-toxic therapy.
We have been researching, attending webinars, talking with staff, and listening to stories of people who have found healing at Hope4Cancer in Mexico. For over 20 years they have helped individuals with cancer heal using non-toxic therapies combined with a whole-body approach to break up the root of cancer at the stem cells.
This is an option Michael has not yet pursued and we are confident in being his next step toward lasting health.
The Cost:
$47,400
This all-inclusive cost covers:
Three weeks at Hope4Cancer in Mexico
Daily localized and full body therapies
Nutrition Plan tailored to individual's body chemistry
Lab Work
Emotional Therapy
Hotel room for three weeks
Transportation between the hotel and facility
Meals for Michael and his companion
Personal equipment to take home for the following year
A three-month check up at the facility
Three- month supply of supplements
and continued communication at home
Does not cover:
Airfare
Extra supplements or testing if needed upon evaluation
This is more than we can afford on our own and must be paid prior to arrival.
For reference - Michael's last surgery in October 2020 was over $100,000, but insurance helped cover the expense.
We made this GOFUNDME to humbly ask for financial support, so Michael can start therapy in Mexico immediately following his radiation treatment. We realize the past year has been challenging for everyone in many ways. Thank you, sincerely, for joining us any way you can. Your presence in our lives means the most.
Michael is truly remarkable. He has taught me much about simply being and loving others. He is the most patient man, generous with his time, and energized by the people in his life.
We appreciate your prayers and support for healing, strength, and peace as we continue to fight for life. From the fullness of our hearts, thank you.
Thank you for checking in with us on our journey.
My husband, Michael, celebrated his 28th birthday January 1st. Days later he was given a terminal cancer diagnosis by his oncologist in Tennessee and Dr. Einhorn (The leading voice in medicine for Testicular Cancer based in Indiana).
Thank you to everyone who has walked alongside us through this time and shown your support. You have given us great courage.
Here is information regarding where we are and why we are asking for your support in this way.
The Backstory:
When Michael was 13 years old, he lost his father, Brian, to Testicular cancer. At age 21, while attending Trevecca University, Michael was diagnosed with and overcame the same cancer through surgery, chemotherapy, and tremendous support from friends and family.
In October 2019, we celebrated his 5 year cancer clear test. The next week, after further review of a scan, we received a call that cancer had actually returned as a golf ball sized tumor between his lungs and spine. With the help of our community, Michael underwent surgery to successfully remove this tumor.
Between February and October of 2020, Michael underwent 3 additional surgeries on his neck to remove cancerous tumors, with short-term success.
Most Recently:
In January 2021, Michael's markers began to rise again. He dedicated himself to a holistic approach with support from both oncologists and incredible leaders at work. With time to focus on extreme diet changes and healing the last three months, his PET scan on April 5th showed cancer appearing again in his neck and now on his vertebrae.
There’s no way to soften the news: doctors have told us even with another round of chemotherapy or surgery, his diagnosis is terminal with conventional medicine.
With urgency, we are asking for your help.
Our Plan:
In the next week Michael will begin radiation treatment on his vertebrae for 10 days. After this targeted treatment, we will travel to Mexico for three weeks of non-toxic therapy.
We have been researching, attending webinars, talking with staff, and listening to stories of people who have found healing at Hope4Cancer in Mexico. For over 20 years they have helped individuals with cancer heal using non-toxic therapies combined with a whole-body approach to break up the root of cancer at the stem cells.
This is an option Michael has not yet pursued and we are confident in being his next step toward lasting health.
The Cost:
$47,400
This all-inclusive cost covers:
Three weeks at Hope4Cancer in Mexico
Daily localized and full body therapies
Nutrition Plan tailored to individual's body chemistry
Lab Work
Emotional Therapy
Hotel room for three weeks
Transportation between the hotel and facility
Meals for Michael and his companion
Personal equipment to take home for the following year
A three-month check up at the facility
Three- month supply of supplements
and continued communication at home
Does not cover:
Airfare
Extra supplements or testing if needed upon evaluation
This is more than we can afford on our own and must be paid prior to arrival.
For reference - Michael's last surgery in October 2020 was over $100,000, but insurance helped cover the expense.
We made this GOFUNDME to humbly ask for financial support, so Michael can start therapy in Mexico immediately following his radiation treatment. We realize the past year has been challenging for everyone in many ways. Thank you, sincerely, for joining us any way you can. Your presence in our lives means the most.
Michael is truly remarkable. He has taught me much about simply being and loving others. He is the most patient man, generous with his time, and energized by the people in his life.
We appreciate your prayers and support for healing, strength, and peace as we continue to fight for life. From the fullness of our hearts, thank you.
Organizer and beneficiary
Amanda Pretorius
Organizer
Nashville-Davidson, TN
Michael Pretorius
Beneficiary