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My Health Struggles: The Urgent Need for Help

As I’ve been caring for my mom during her cancer battle, my own health has taken a serious turn for the worse. I’m struggling with severe dental issues that have rapidly escalated. My teeth are in a state of extreme decay, and my jaw is on the brink of collapsing. Due to a lack of funds and overwhelming stress, I’ve developed severe gingivitis, and my oral health has deteriorated to the point where I need immediate surgery to prevent losing all my teeth and suffering permanent damage to my jawbone.

The situation has gotten so dire that I’ve stopped posting pictures of myself. I am filled with shame about how my appearance has changed. The photos I shared months ago don’t show the extent of the damage that’s happened since then—things have only gotten worse. I’m now in constant pain and discomfort, unable to smile, eat properly, or speak without difficulty. I feel embarrassed and vulnerable, which makes it even harder to share my story.  

I’m sharing this not to seek pity but because I desperately need your help. The cost of the necessary dental surgeries and treatments is far beyond what I can afford, especially with the ongoing expenses of my mom’s cancer care. Any support you can provide would not only help me get the critical medical attention I need but also restore my hope and dignity.  

Thank you for understanding and for any support you can give. I am truly grateful.

New Jersey, United States (US)

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Hello everyone,

I’m Mari, and I’m reaching out to you today because I am in urgent need of your support. Over the past four years, I’ve been fighting a difficult battle alongside my mom, who is bravely facing cancer. This journey has been incredibly tough, both emotionally and financially. I have given everything I have to support her—working multiple jobs, from writing to cleaning houses and babysitting, just to cover her medical expenses. In the past two years alone, we have spent over $180,000 on her treatments, which has drained our savings and left us in a challenging financial position.

Why I Am Raising Funds

While taking care of my mom, I’ve neglected my own health, which has led to severe dental issues. My teeth have deteriorated significantly, and my jaw is at risk of collapsing due to severe gingivitis and other dental problems. The situation has become so critical that I now require extensive dental surgery to prevent further damage and to restore my ability to eat and speak properly. Without this urgent treatment, I could lose all my teeth, and my jawbone could suffer irreversible damage.

How Your Support Will Be Used

I’m raising funds to cover the costs of the following essential treatments:

– Urgent Dental Surgery: To repair and save my teeth, which are in severe decay.

– Reconstructive Surgery: To restore my jaw structure and prevent collapse, which could have life-altering consequences.

– Ongoing Dental Care: To manage severe gingivitis and other oral health issues that have developed due to prolonged stress and lack of funds.

Why Your Support Means Everything  

I’m reaching out to my friends, family, colleagues, and my local community because I can’t do this alone. Your support will not only help me get the necessary medical care I need but also allow me to continue being there for my mom during her fight with cancer. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a huge difference in my life.  

How You Can Help

If you are able to contribute, your kindness and generosity will be immensely appreciated. Even if you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with your network would mean the world to me. Crowdfunding works best when our crowd—our friends, family, and community—comes together and shares our story. The more it’s shared, the more awareness it creates, and the greater the chance of reaching others who might be willing to help.

Together, We Can Overcome This

This journey has been incredibly difficult, but I am determined to fight for my health and my future. I value your support more than words can express, and I am incredibly grateful for any help you can provide. Let’s come together and make this happen.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read my story and for any support you can offer.  

With gratitude and hope,  

Mari

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