Help Korinne During Medical Leave

In their words:

"I'm reaching out today in hopes of raising some funds for myself while I'm off on extended medical leave (4-6 weeks).

I recognize the financial strain people are experiencing so if you are not in a position to share, no pressure!

A short summary:

After advocating for myself and pushing for treatment, I found a specialist who has been treating me the past two years.

PMDD is a debilitating disease that is commonly not taken seriously/understood by doctors due to it affecting those who menstruate. I developed it through puberty, and was not diagnosed until 20 years later. I spent 5 years getting medically gaslit, misdiagnosed, and flat out dismissed. I now have one of the best local Endocrinologists who has been treating me the past two years. We exhausted all forms of treatment before mutually deciding surgical intervention would be my best hope at regaining my life.

As most people are aware, medical practices got slammed due to the pandemic/government cutting hospital funding. As a result, it took me 2 years to get in for my surgery. During this time, I was on a medication to induce chemical menopause as treatment. I have no medical coverage and it put me in debt.

My surgery was performed April 17th and it turned out I also have endometriosis, hence the debilitating pain and fatigue. I will need to fully recover before going back to work, which as a self employed individual, I do not get sick pay.

If anyone is able to spare any funds to contribute to my rent, bills, and food, I would be grateful."