Gabby's Fight Against Neuroblastoma
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A post from her family:
“On December 7th, 2018, our sweet girl 22-month-old Gabrielle Goodwin was diagnosed with Stage 4 High-Risk Neuroblastoma. Our world has been completely turned upside-down with this devastating news and it is a time of extreme uncertainty. We thank you all for your support and prayers as we navigate through this next year with our very capable Oncology team at Radys Children Hospital San Diego. Gabby gives us strength with her positive, spunky attitude and the way she has adapted to her new way of life so far is amazing."
Every donation goes directly to supporting their family and our precious Gabrielle and we truly can’t thank you enough. Nothing is too small. If you can’t donate and still wish to help, please spread the word by sharing this page and giving them all the positivity and prayers you can muster.
The Details:
Gabrielle was only 22 months old when diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. Many have never even heard of this type of cancer; it is extremely rare and only makes up about 6% of all pediatric cancer diagnoses. Even though 22 months may seem very young to be diagnosed with cancer, she is actually considered to be on the older side for this diagnosis. For this type of cancer, being diagnosed in infancy results in a much higher chance of being cured. Unfortunately, because she is over 18 months old and because the cancer had already spread throughout her body, her cancer is considered “high-risk” which greatly decreases her chances of survival. Children with Gabby’s diagnosis are given a 40-50% chance of surviving 5 years. Those who do survive often suffer with serious, lifelong health effects from the aggressive treatment.
Gabby’s parents have been trying hard to remain strong for this precious little girl, while they are coping with the new reality that has set in. They are living through every parent’s worst nightmare and are terrified of the possible outcomes of this fight. But sweet little Gabby has shown us all how strong she is time and time again. She is resilient, and tough, and has kept her beautiful smile shining throughout this difficult time. It is hard not to be inspired by this girl’s spirit and positive attitude while being engulfed in a battle for her life. Gabby has quickly captured the hearts of her doctors and nurses with her quick smile and spunky personality. Gabby enjoys watching her nurses work and participating in her own care by helping her nurses take vitals. She has earned a reputation around the hospital of being one of their easiest patients and has been given the title of “honorary nurse” and her very own stethoscope for all of her help. Gabby carries her stethoscope with her everywhere she goes and enjoys listening to the “heartbeat” of all her stuffed animals.
Neuroblastoma is a type of cancer that originates in the adrenal gland, which sits on top of each kidney. Gabby has two large tumors in her abdomen near her liver and right kidney as well as 5-6 smaller tumors around her lungs, and a bone lesion on her head. However, when Gabby’s mom, Lisa, brought her to her pediatrician she had absolutely no symptoms other than a small firm spot on her right side. Gabby was her same old happy, spunky, playful self. She was eating good, sleeping good, acting normal, no fevers, and didn’t seem to be in any pain at all. That was why this diagnosis was such a huge shock to the family, Gabby never even acted “sick” at all. By the time her abdominal tumors had grown large enough to be noticeable, the cancer had already spread throughout her entire body. Because of the fast-growing nature of Neuroblastoma, her doctors believe that it only started growing a few weeks prior to her diagnosis.
A surgical biopsy was done early on to confirm her diagnosis. After confirming her diagnosis, further testing was done to determine how Gabby’s tumor should respond to her treatments. The results for this testing indicated that her tumors have FAVORABLE histology, and a NON-AMPLIFIED MYCN gene. Both of these results were very, very good news. They suggest that the Gabby’s tumors will be responsive to her treatment, and gives her a higher chance at a good prognosis. Along with that good news, it was determined through bone marrow biopsy, that the cancer was NOT in her bone marrow. Our entire family is celebrating these small pieces of information that give us hope that Gabby will be a part of that 50% that beat this cancer.
Gabby’s treatment is estimated to take over a year. During this time Gabby will be undergoing intensive chemotherapy, surgeries, stem cell transplants, targeted drug therapies, immunotherapy and radiation. Gabby’s mom, Lisa will be leaving her full time job to care for Gabby during this extremely difficult time. The medical expenses are already flowing in, with the frequent hospital stays, expensive procedures and medications it can quickly become overwhelming. We have set up this Go Fund Me account to try to alleviate the financial strain for this family. The loss of one of their household incomes, as well as the increase in medical expenses for cancer treatment is a very scary position to be in. We want them to be able to concentrate fully on the care and healing of their beautiful baby girl, without financial worries hanging over their heads. Please join us in surrounding this family with love, compassion and prayers while they continue to fight for their daughters life. We remain hopeful that Gabby will be cured of this disease, that it won’t come back and she will go on to live a long, healthy life.
Thank you to everyone for your support. Every single thought, prayer, wish and donation for Gabby is making such a difference. They want to convey their gratitude for everyone who has reached out and helped them in their time of need.
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/gabby_susie/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/gabbysusie/
If you wish to contact the family, contribute in another other way, or send something to the family, please contact them at:
[email redacted]
“On December 7th, 2018, our sweet girl 22-month-old Gabrielle Goodwin was diagnosed with Stage 4 High-Risk Neuroblastoma. Our world has been completely turned upside-down with this devastating news and it is a time of extreme uncertainty. We thank you all for your support and prayers as we navigate through this next year with our very capable Oncology team at Radys Children Hospital San Diego. Gabby gives us strength with her positive, spunky attitude and the way she has adapted to her new way of life so far is amazing."
Every donation goes directly to supporting their family and our precious Gabrielle and we truly can’t thank you enough. Nothing is too small. If you can’t donate and still wish to help, please spread the word by sharing this page and giving them all the positivity and prayers you can muster.
The Details:
Gabrielle was only 22 months old when diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. Many have never even heard of this type of cancer; it is extremely rare and only makes up about 6% of all pediatric cancer diagnoses. Even though 22 months may seem very young to be diagnosed with cancer, she is actually considered to be on the older side for this diagnosis. For this type of cancer, being diagnosed in infancy results in a much higher chance of being cured. Unfortunately, because she is over 18 months old and because the cancer had already spread throughout her body, her cancer is considered “high-risk” which greatly decreases her chances of survival. Children with Gabby’s diagnosis are given a 40-50% chance of surviving 5 years. Those who do survive often suffer with serious, lifelong health effects from the aggressive treatment.
Gabby’s parents have been trying hard to remain strong for this precious little girl, while they are coping with the new reality that has set in. They are living through every parent’s worst nightmare and are terrified of the possible outcomes of this fight. But sweet little Gabby has shown us all how strong she is time and time again. She is resilient, and tough, and has kept her beautiful smile shining throughout this difficult time. It is hard not to be inspired by this girl’s spirit and positive attitude while being engulfed in a battle for her life. Gabby has quickly captured the hearts of her doctors and nurses with her quick smile and spunky personality. Gabby enjoys watching her nurses work and participating in her own care by helping her nurses take vitals. She has earned a reputation around the hospital of being one of their easiest patients and has been given the title of “honorary nurse” and her very own stethoscope for all of her help. Gabby carries her stethoscope with her everywhere she goes and enjoys listening to the “heartbeat” of all her stuffed animals.
Neuroblastoma is a type of cancer that originates in the adrenal gland, which sits on top of each kidney. Gabby has two large tumors in her abdomen near her liver and right kidney as well as 5-6 smaller tumors around her lungs, and a bone lesion on her head. However, when Gabby’s mom, Lisa, brought her to her pediatrician she had absolutely no symptoms other than a small firm spot on her right side. Gabby was her same old happy, spunky, playful self. She was eating good, sleeping good, acting normal, no fevers, and didn’t seem to be in any pain at all. That was why this diagnosis was such a huge shock to the family, Gabby never even acted “sick” at all. By the time her abdominal tumors had grown large enough to be noticeable, the cancer had already spread throughout her entire body. Because of the fast-growing nature of Neuroblastoma, her doctors believe that it only started growing a few weeks prior to her diagnosis.
A surgical biopsy was done early on to confirm her diagnosis. After confirming her diagnosis, further testing was done to determine how Gabby’s tumor should respond to her treatments. The results for this testing indicated that her tumors have FAVORABLE histology, and a NON-AMPLIFIED MYCN gene. Both of these results were very, very good news. They suggest that the Gabby’s tumors will be responsive to her treatment, and gives her a higher chance at a good prognosis. Along with that good news, it was determined through bone marrow biopsy, that the cancer was NOT in her bone marrow. Our entire family is celebrating these small pieces of information that give us hope that Gabby will be a part of that 50% that beat this cancer.
Gabby’s treatment is estimated to take over a year. During this time Gabby will be undergoing intensive chemotherapy, surgeries, stem cell transplants, targeted drug therapies, immunotherapy and radiation. Gabby’s mom, Lisa will be leaving her full time job to care for Gabby during this extremely difficult time. The medical expenses are already flowing in, with the frequent hospital stays, expensive procedures and medications it can quickly become overwhelming. We have set up this Go Fund Me account to try to alleviate the financial strain for this family. The loss of one of their household incomes, as well as the increase in medical expenses for cancer treatment is a very scary position to be in. We want them to be able to concentrate fully on the care and healing of their beautiful baby girl, without financial worries hanging over their heads. Please join us in surrounding this family with love, compassion and prayers while they continue to fight for their daughters life. We remain hopeful that Gabby will be cured of this disease, that it won’t come back and she will go on to live a long, healthy life.
Thank you to everyone for your support. Every single thought, prayer, wish and donation for Gabby is making such a difference. They want to convey their gratitude for everyone who has reached out and helped them in their time of need.
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/gabby_susie/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/gabbysusie/
If you wish to contact the family, contribute in another other way, or send something to the family, please contact them at:
[email redacted]
Organizer and beneficiary
Frank Goodwin
Organizer
Escondido, CA
Lisa Susanne Goodwin
Beneficiary
