Riley’s fight with blood cancer.

On Tuesday 29th August Riley’s family received the worst possible devastating news. In Natalie’s (Riley’s mothers) words, “an absolute living nightmare”.

Riley was diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma which is a form of blood cancer. The family are utterly heartbroken.

Riley is currently being treated at Birmingham Children’s hospital in a critical state in ICU being supported by the incredible doctors and nurses alongside his family.

Burkitt lymphoma is a rare, fast-growing type of cancer that starts in white blood cells in the lymphatic system.

The symptoms of Burkitt lymphoma often start suddenly, and escalate quickly. A child can become very sick with no warning.

Riley and his family have a huge fight ahead full of uncertainty and a continuous rollercoaster of emotions with many highs and lows.

It’s currently unknown how long Riley will remain in ITU, or when he will be well enough to return home. This will be followed with a minimum of 6 months intensive treatment.

As two of Natalie’s closest friends we are hoping to raise money for Riley and his family to provide some relief and much needed financial stability over next six months.

This will enable Riley’s family to focus on on his treatment, the multiple hospital stays and visits, the loss of income due to being unable to work whilst trying to give Riley’s brothers Joel and Lucas some sense of normality.

We know times are hard for everyone, however anything you can give big or small would be a huge help to lessen the burden for this beautiful family.

Thank you in advance for any contributions, we’re so proud of Riley and the strength him and his family are showing.

Lots of love Abi & Kirsty.xx