At just 23 years old, my life changed in an instant.

What started as severe pain in my left arm turned into a medical emergency that nearly took my life. After weeks of suffering and being told it was gout, I eventually lost feeling in my hand and sought emergency medical care. Doctors discovered a massive 9-inch blood clot in my left arm that had blocked blood flow and become life-threatening.

I was rushed into surgery and spent two weeks in the ICU fighting for my life. The surgery left me with numerous stitches and staples, and while I’m grateful to be alive, my recovery has been extremely difficult. I continue to suffer from severe nerve pain, numbness, swelling, and loss of function in my left arm and hand. At this time, I am unable to work or perform many everyday tasks on my own.

Before this happened, I worked nearly 48 hours a week to support myself, help my parents with bills, and contribute to my household. Since my hospitalization, I have exhausted my sick pay and am still waiting for disability benefits after complications with paperwork. Because I am unable to work, I am struggling to keep up with everyday expenses while also facing mounting medical costs.

I am asking for help covering medical bills, follow-up appointments, prescription pain medications, rehabilitation costs, and basic living expenses while I recover. Every donation will help ease the financial burden and allow me to focus on healing rather than worrying about how I will afford the care I need.

As someone who has always taken pride in working hard and providing for myself, asking for help is not easy. Many friends and family encouraged me to create this GoFundMe because they saw the challenges I am facing during recovery.

Any donation, no matter the amount, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with others would mean just as much. Thank you for taking the time to read my story, for your prayers, and for any support you can provide during this difficult time. I am incredibly grateful to be alive and hopeful for a full recovery.