New Treatment Cycle Underway
27 February 2023Hi everyone,
Our hearts go out to all those who have recently been affected by the devastating weather events that have hit the North Island. Huia (where Fleur and her family live) received its fair share of destructive weather but has pulled through ok.
Now I’m a wee bit overdue on sending through an update on how Fleur is getting on - so here we go….
In mid January, Fleur completed the 13th & final round of her unfunded treatment cycle. Fleur & Stefan would like to thank each of you from the bottom of their hearts as a large portion (just under $63k) of the $75k treatment cost was only made possible through everyone’s overwhelming give-a-little generosity.
Throughout Fleur's last cycle there were a lot of ups & downs, and the treatment certainly packed a punch on Fleur’s body (which she handled in her stride like the incredible and determined woman she is). Upon completion of this cycle in January, Fleur was looking forward to a nice long break from treatment before needing to embark on next treatment steps - however a long break unfortunately was not on the cards, as Fleur’s symptoms kicked back into gear at an alarming rate not long after completing her final chemo session. These painful symptoms comprised of fluid on her lungs, along with painful urinary and bowel issues which resulted in several trips to the hospital. Thankfully, Fleur’s urinary issues have been relieved through the use of a catheter which she is hoping will be removed in the next few weeks.
A couple of weeks ago, Fleur’s Oncologist recommended that she start immediately on a brand new 13 round treatment cycle using Avastin & Folfox (a different chemo ‘backbone’ but the same immunotherapy) which will target and alleviate Fleur’s symptoms along with the goal of keeping this awful disease at bay for as long as possible. Fleur’s treatment is non curative, but it will without a doubt give Fleur more valuable time with her family just as previous treatment cycles have. Fleur has reached the cost cap of the immunotherapy which means this part of the treatment is now no charge, however to administer this new regime will cost $52,000. Fleur totally understands that people have donation fatigue and there are so many other important things to donate too at this time but if you are able to help in anyway to contribute to pay for this new round of treatment which Fleur has now started - your donation would be greatly appreciated.
Much love to you all xxx
(If anyone would like to ask any questions you can contact Fleur via email stompin2006@gmail.com or private message her)
