<div>USD: 6,806.32
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<div>Hello, my name is Valerie, and I am raising funds for my 15-year-old brother Sergio Arellano Martinez who lives in Mexico City.
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<div>My brother has Marfan syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by a mutation that leads to a deficiency of functional fibrillin-1. Although his complications became noticeable later in life, and at first glance he may appear healthy, this syndrome weakens the connective tissues, leading to overgrowth and instability in many parts of the body, including the skeleton, heart, blood vessels, eyes, and lungs.
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<div>Because of this condition, he has been diagnosed with pectus carinatum (sometimes called “pigeon chest”), a deformity where the chest wall pushes outward. These deformations are not only affecting his posture but also creating serious complications in his daily life. Most urgently, it is compressing his lungs and heart as time passes, making it difficult for him to breathe, move, and grow normally. His heart already has complications and is shaped abnormally, which puts him at serious risk if he does not receive treatment.
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<div>Doctors have urgently recommended the "Arnés Sistema Compresor Dinámico FMF®", a specialized medical harness. Because he is in his teens, this corset is critical to stop the progression of his scoliosis, relieve pressure on his chest, and protect his heart and lungs from further damage. Without it, his condition will continue to worsen as he grows up, leading to more pain, greater deformities, and even life threatening complications.
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<div>Beyond the medical challenges, Sergio is someone I deeply love. He is kind, funny, and one of the smartest kids I know. He enjoys being active, especially playing basketball, skating, and swimming, which bring him joy and confidence. He deserves the chance to live life to the fullest without pain, without fear, and with the freedom to keep chasing his dreams. I love my little brother, and with your help, we can give him the chance to live a healthier, safer, and more confident life.
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<div>Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to covering the cost of his treatment. If you cannot donate, please share this campaign so we can reach others who may be able to help.
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<div>The donations will go directly to my mother, who is in charge of his medical records and takes him to his doctor appointments in Mexico City.
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<div>From the bottom of my heart
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<div>Thank you.
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<div>Hola, mi nombre es Valerie y estoy recaudando fondos para mi hermano de 15 años, Sergio Arellano Martínez, que vive en México.
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<div>Sergio tiene síndrome de Marfan, un trastorno genético causado por una mutación que provoca una deficiencia de fibrilina-1 funcional. Aunque sus complicaciones se hicieron notorias más tarde en su vida, y a simple vista pueda parecer saludable, el síndrome de Marfan debilita los tejidos conectivos, lo que provoca un crecimiento excesivo e inestabilidad en muchas partes del cuerpo, incluyendo el esqueleto, el corazón, los vasos sanguíneos, los ojos y los pulmones.
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<div>A causa de esta condición, mi hermano ha sido diagnosticado con pectus carinatum (conocido también como “pecho de paloma”), una deformidad en la que la pared del pecho sobresale hacia afuera. Esta condición, junto con su escoliosis, no solo afecta su postura, sino que también está causando complicaciones serias en su vida diaria. Lo más urgente es que está comprimiendo sus pulmones y corazón, lo que le dificulta respirar, moverse y crecer de manera normal. Su corazón ya presenta complicaciones y tiene una forma anormal, lo que lo pone en grave riesgo si no recibe tratamiento.
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<div>Los médicos han recomendado urgentemente el Arnés Sistema Compresor Dinámico FMF®, un corsé médico especializado. Este dispositivo es fundamental para detener el avance de su escoliosis, aliviar la presión en su pecho y proteger sus pulmones y corazón de un mayor daño ya que esta en una edad que puede recibir tratamiento. Sin él, su condición seguirá empeorando al seguir creciendo, provocando más dolor, mayores deformidades e incluso complicaciones que amenazan su vida.
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<div>Más allá de los retos médicos, Sergio es alguien a quien amo profundamente. Es amable, divertido y una de las personas más inteligentes que conozco. Le encanta mantenerse activo, jugar básquetbol, andar en la patineta, mojarse en la lluvia, hacerme bromas y practicar natación, actividades que le dan alegría y confianza. Él merece la oportunidad de vivir plenamente sin dolor, sin miedo y con la libertad de seguir persiguiendo sus sueños.
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<div>Amo a mi hermanito y con tu ayuda podemos darle la oportunidad de vivir una vida más saludable, segura y con mayor confianza. Cada donación, sin importar el tamaño, nos acerca a cubrir el costo de su tratamiento. Si no puedes donar, por favor comparte esta campaña para que llegue a más personas que puedan ayudar.
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<div>Las donaciones irán directamente a mi mamá, quien está a cargo de sus expedientes médicos y de llevarlo a sus citas medicas en la Ciudad de México.
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<div>De todo corazón, gracias.
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Josue Reynoso

Anonymous

Adeola Solarin

Cinthia Barrera

Samantha Esquivel

Cesar Casas

Help My Brother Get the Treatment He Urgently Needs

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