Life was pretty good until I was diagnosed with Polycythemia Vera, cancer of the blood. Life changed financially, physically, emotionally and psychologically. At the age of 58, a routine blood draw began a journey like nothing I had ever experienced. My doctor was straight forward with me, telling me I was a walking heart attack/stroke waiting to happen. My blood was too thick, counts were off the charts and the doctor straight up told me she thought I had cancer. A bone marrow biopsy confirmed her suspicion. I’m having a difficult time coping and need psychological help. Insurance only pays a certain amount and I’m struggling trying to pay medical bills on top of my regular bills. This condition is manageable with the right prescriptions, and the average life expectancy is about 15 years. Prior to the diagnosis I had been having issues with poor kidney and liver functions which are part of the PV blood symptoms. As a widow, I was already struggling financially prior to the medical expenses. I’m scared that this cancer will advance rapidly and I’m afraid of the outcome. I’d like to be a part of a study group since PV blood is a rare disorder, hopefully I can help make a difference for others in the future. Unfortunately, the extra financial strain may prevent me from even trying to see if I’m a candidate for the study. Any help will be a blessing.
- paypal.me/o2bshekay1962