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<div>We’re reaching out to share the story of Art Edwards, a resilient soul battling end-stage liver disease (Stage 4) and is seeking stem cell therapy, while waiting for a life-saving liver transplant. Without insurance, the financial burden of these critical procedures is overwhelming. 
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<div>Art also faces challenges from PTSD and a range of health issues that profoundly impact his daily life. Your support through this GoFundMe campaign can help provide Art with the chance for a healthier future, offering hope and relief to a man who has endured so much. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings Art closer to the care he desperately needs.
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<div><strong>How We'll Use the Funds</strong>
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<div>Every dollar raised will go straight toward supporting his health journey.
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<div>Here's the breakdown:
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<li>Covering ongoing and emergency medical procedures
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<li>Paying for hospitalization and long-term treatments
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<li>Preparing for my upcoming liver transplant
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<li>Handling recovery care, medications, and rehab
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<li>Helping with daily living expenses when I can't work
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<li>Managing travel and caregiver costs
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<div><strong>Ways You Can Make a Difference</strong>
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<li>Donate: No amount is too small—every bit helps!
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<li>Share: Spread the word to your friends, family, and network.
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<li>Send Support: Prayers, positive messages, and words of encouragement mean the world.
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<div>Thank you for your kindness!
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<div><strong>STATEMENT FROM ART EDWARDS</strong>
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<div>Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,
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<div>My name is Art Edwards, and I'm reaching out with a heavy heart but a resilient spirit to share my story and ask for your support. In March 2024, my life took a terrifying turn when I began vomiting large volumes of blood at home. Rushed to the Overlake Hospital Emergency Room, I was diagnosed with a portal vein hemorrhage and had lost 46% of my blood volume. I was minutes away from cardiac arrest and death. Thanks to the quick actions of the medical team, I survived that night, but it marked the beginning of a grueling battle against Stage 4 liver disease.
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<div>After stabilizing with blood transfusions, I was transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where I spent three days receiving six units of blood and undergoing a banding procedure on my damaged esophagus.
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<div>The Gastrointestinal Specialist, delivered the devastating diagnosis:
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<div><strong>Stage 4 Liver Disease. </strong>
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<div>My liver was severely damaged by cirrhosis, functioning at less than 20% capacity (approximately 80% cirrhosis). Without intervention, my life expectancy was just 2-6 months.
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<div>However, a liver transplant could extend my life significantly, provided I continue my radical lifestyle changes—including a strict diet, regular exercise, and substantial weight reduction—which I've faithfully implemented since my release from the hospital. I am participating in a care program at the Washington State Gastrointestinal Care Program through Wa GI Clinic at Overlake Hospital.
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<div>During my hospital stay, I also had 4.5 liters of fluid removed from my stomach due to ascites. In 2024 alone, I've undergone four endoscopy procedures and two in 2025. My next scheduled endoscopy is July 2026.
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<div>Upon discharge, I immediately followed the recommendations of my GI Specialist, Nutritionist, and Primary Care Provider. I've adhered to a long list of prescribed medications (detailed in the medical summaries attached to this campaign) to manage my symptoms and prevent further complications.
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<div>Tragically, there's no chance my liver will recover beyond its current 20% functionality. My risk of developing liver cancer and esophagus cancer has greatly increased and I have been completing ultrasound imaging (radiology) ever six months and blood panels to monitor my liver enzymes, which are elevated and my MELD (Model for End-Stage Liver Disease) score is currently 17. The MELD score is a ranking system to determine liver transplant urgency.
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<div>I am now a candidate for a liver transplant, which offers my only path to restoring my health, extending my life expectancy, and reclaiming my sense of purpose and well-being.
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<div>Yet, beyond the physical toll, I also grapple with PTSD and a range of other health issues that profoundly impact my daily life, making every day a challenge.
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<div>As someone without insurance and having been designated as disabled, the financial burden of this critical liver transplant operation is overwhelming—estimated at up to $900,000-$1 million, covering surgery, hospital stays, medications, follow-up care, and related expenses. Without this procedure, my prognosis remains dire.
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<div>You're generous donations through this GoFundMe campaign can make all the difference, providing me with the opportunity for a healthier future and a renewed chance at life.
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<div>Every contribution, no matter the size, brings me closer to hope and relief.
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<div>Your support means the world and could literally save my life. If you're able to share this campaign with your network, that would be incredibly helpful too. Together, we can turn this story of struggle into one of survival and gratitude.
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<div>Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading my story and considering how you can help. For more details on my medical journey, I will gladly provide copies of my medical records and any other documents you would like to review.
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<div>God Bless You All! I am going to beat this awful disease.
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<div>With deepest appreciation,
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<div>Art Edwards
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<div>Bellevue, Washington USA
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