Madi's Journey with a Rare Ovarian Cancer in her own words:

In July 2025, what was thought to be a simple ovarian cyst began to grow rapidly. Despite blood tests coming back negative for cancer, the mass kept enlarging — eventually reaching the size of a grapefruit and filling with blood and unknown tissue.

In early September, surgeons removed my left ovary and fallopian tube. What we hoped was a benign cyst turned out to be something far more serious — a Granulosa Cell Tumor (GCT), a rare type of sex cord ovarian cancer. This cancer usually appears in women after menopause, placing me in just 2% of cases for someone my age.

Because the tumor was larger than expected, some cancer cells spilled into my abdomen during surgery. I underwent a second operation — a full hysterectomy and multiple biopsies — to ensure all visible cancer was removed. Thankfully, the pathology showed the cancer was Stage 1, meaning it was caught early.

Although this type of cancer grows slowly, it can return years later in places like the stomach, lungs, or brain. I’ll now be closely monitored through regular bloodwork and imaging for the foreseeable future.

These past few months have been incredibly difficult. Between two major surgeries, recovery, and ongoing medical appointments, I’ve been unable to work — and my partner, Chet, has had to stay home to care for me. We’ve fallen behind on bills, and medical expenses continue to pile up.

We’re asking for support to help us get back on our feet and cover the costs of my treatment and recovery. Every bit of help — whether it’s a donation or simply sharing our story — means the world to us.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and love during this challenging time.