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Closed 30/04/2018
Weʼve raised £3,213 to help Kevin undergo critical stem-cell treatment in Mexico in order to help halt the progression of his very rare and aggressive form of MS
- Northampton, United Kingdom
- Funded on Monday, 30th April 2018
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Story
My life changed for ever back in September 2011 when i noticed i began bumping in to things and became very fatigued and forgetful. After a routine visit to my GP, i was referred to an ear, nose & throat specialist, who felt there was nothing initially wrong with me but suggested i have a MRI scan. It turned out that after an MRI scan two small lesions were discovered on my brain and i was soon diagnosed with MS. I was given two pamphlets to read for relapsing remitting MS & secondary progressive MS and was told not to worry too much as it would not affect my life in any major way.
Well how wrong were they! 6 years later and four top consultants i was finally diagnosed with progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis - MS. Its been acknowledged that my form of MS is very aggressive and is the least common form of the disease. In the last 3 years i have lost my home, my driving license, my job, my mobility, my eyesight for which i am now registered partially sighted. I also suffer daily from seizures, complete loss of eyesight from day to day, the ability to move my arms & legs and so much more. I now rely on home care four times a day and suffer from major depression. I will continue to fight this terrible disease as i have 3 wonderful children and one very special amazing wife.
The medical profession have said there is nothing more they can do to help stem or slow down the progression in the UK however, i have discovered alternative therapy in Mexico whereby they offer private stem-cell therapy which has been proven to help others with similar conditions to me. In July this year things got even worse when i was diagnosed with multiple pulmonary embolisms caused through poor circulation and a damaged brain stem. Life can be very cruel as i have also lost my parents this year and Im determined my kids are not going to lose their dad. I have nothing to lose in the long term should this treatment not work for me but this is now my only real option to continue my life with this disease.
I would welcome anyones generosity to help me pursue this goal to bring some form of comfort to me and my family.
Here is a of link that describe Stem Cell therapy and the effect that it has:
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- 6 years ago
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6 years agoAfter yesterday's meeting I'm here until late May now which sounds an awfully long way away and I’m missing Elaine and the kids like crazy 😍, but the clinic (and I) am pleased with my progress in my time at the rehab home. It is the big Easter Bonnet results day today although mine started life as a sombrero which is not really a great platform to work with (see, getting my excuses in early 🤣) Glass half full Kevin still desperately hoping to go to Mexico sooner rather than later, Thanks everyone for your support, Kevin x
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Christine White
Apr 1, 2018
I wonder if you remember us Kevin - lived in TB in Harewood Hill - friends of your dear Mum Mary. So sorry to hear about your health problems. Remember us to Sarah & Stephen. Chris & Dave White.
£100.00
Alan Walsh
Mar 28, 2018
Keep going KJ - all the very best!
Nuala Wright
Mar 25, 2018
Thinking of you and yours kevin and you continue to fight it as hard as you can!
Luke George Briggs
Mar 6, 2018
To my Best Buddy, Keep up with the fundraising for KD to have this treatment. All my best Luke xxx
£25.00
Megan Simmonds
Feb 16, 2018
I really do hope that with the support and donations from the RAWWE page that you get your treatment. Sending my best wishes and prayers for you and your family.
£10.00
Amber Mcpherson
Jan 16, 2018
Crissee Mackie
Jan 15, 2018
Keep it up , warrior!
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