By Marina | Project Leader
Anelya is 14 years old. The story of her illness began in November 2022. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, the most fatal type of leukemia. She immediately started treatment at the Center for Motherhood and Childhood in Astana, Kazakhstan. The intensive chemotherapy treatment lasted from November 2022 to April 2023. It was challenging for Anelya, and although she initially went into remission during supportive chemotherapy, a relapse occurred at the end of July 2023, with a severe blood infection accompanying it.
Anelya was given a poor prognosis by her doctors, and in search of medical options, Anelya's parents decided on ASAN Medical Center in Seoul, South Korea. After confirming the diagnosis through tests, it was determined that a bone marrow transplantation was necessary. Although a matching donor could not be found in Korea, fortunately, one was located in Turkey. In early August, Anelya underwent the first two cycles of chemotherapy in Korea.
Next, the family flew to Medipol Mega University Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, to begin preparing for bone marrow transplantation. By then, the medical expenses for Anelya's treatment ballooned to $161,000, of which they spent $55,000 in Korea. The family was forced to sell their apartment in Kazakhstan to raise funds. Thanks to you, we were able to offer help to Anelya's family in their efforts to afford the treatment for Anelya. We are so grateful for your contribution that made it possible!
As the holiday season approaches, please keep in mind the patients fighting cancer over many months and years. They need our help continuously, as cancer attacks indiscriminately at the most inconvenient times and during difficult periods. The best way to help with that is to sign up for the monthly donations. Thanks again for all you do!
By Marina | Project Leader
By Marina | Project Leader
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