I fight to spend one more day with my family. Please help me defeat cancer❗️

In September 2021, I heard a diagnosis that changed my whole life. In one moment, my plans and dreams were ruined. Fighting for my life became my priority.

It’s already been five years since the breast cancer diagnosis, and cancer still hasn’t given up despite intensive treatment. Moreover, it has metastasised. I've been through a lot: tough decisions, pain, fear, and sacrifice - and a lot, like another treatment, is yet to come.

I’ve already undergone chemotherapy, three surgeries, including a double mastectomy and hysterectomy, and two cycles of radiation therapy and hormone therapy. Currently, I’ve been taking a third type of oral chemotherapy.

Unfortunately, the disease and treatment have taken a heavy toll on me. I’ve been struggling with polyneuropathy, heart problems, chronic bone and joint pain, aseptic bone necrosis, liver and stomach problems, fatigue, and weakness. I have regular appointments with a cardiologist, neurologist, orthopedist, and gynecologist, for which I pay out of pocket. I cannot wait for the insurance-covered ones!

To maintain physical fitness and to enjoy quality time with my loved ones as long as possible, I require regular rehabilitation. Unfortunately, the Polish National Health Fund can only provide one physical therapy session a year. I also need to visit the Cancer Institute for treatment and examinations often.

Lately, I received an opportunity to undergo treatment in Germany. Unfortunately, examinations, procedures, medications, supplements, and the clinic stay aren’t reimbursed. For the past five years, we’ve managed to handle our expenses, but we cannot afford the new treatment.

I have someone to fight for - my husband and two amazing sons. I want to be present in their lives, watch them grow up, support them, and create more memories with them. I still have so many dreams and plans to realize, and I want to do it with my family.

Your donations will let me travel to the German clinic and start treatment there. They will also allow me to finance regular, necessary rehabilitation and supportive care for managing side effects of cancer therapy.

Every donation, share, and kind word is a huge support and makes me feel less alone in my battle. Thanks to you, I can keep fighting for my health, fitness, and more time with my friends and loved ones.

Bernadeta