In 2005 Martin was diagnosed with Mycosis Fungoides, a type of T cell lymphoma. He has since then received treatment but with very little progress. During this time Martin has also suffered from type 2 diabetes, heart failure, hyper tension, atrial fibrillation and macular oedema of both eyes.

Most recently though Martin was diagnosed with pyoderma gangrenosum of the right leg (Jan 2018). Pyoderma gangrenosum is a rare, destructive inflammatory skin disease of which a painful nodule or pustule breaks down to form a progressively enlarging painful ulcer. It's not contagious so can't be transferred from or to another person (More detail can be read on the NHS webpage - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pyoderma-gangrenosum/). Due to this medical condition treatment of previous issues were stopped. Unfortunately due to the severity of the right leg and to prevent any further complications the right leg had to be amputated (Mar 18). Having only just mentally come to terms with the amputation Martin has now been diagnosed with the same condition in his left leg (May 19), not surprising Martin and the family are devastated. Martin awaits a treatment plan but fears the worse after having lost one leg to the condition. The thought of amputation to the second leg because of the same medical condition is just heart breaking. A much needed vacation in June has now also been cancelled due to not being able to travel.

Martin remains his positive, upbeat self, and is determined to make as much progress as possible. Martin is a mentally strong character, he has been supported by the family each day since 2005 but it’s becoming increasingly harder physically, mentally and financially. Martin and the family have unfortunately suffered from no fault of their own but they keep their heads held high and take each day as it comes.

It’s time Martin had some good luck. Please help Martin, no matter how small with a donation to make life that little bit easier and more enjoyable. Donations will go towards disability equipment for around the house and to make manoeuvrability a little easier, gaining back some of that independence that Martin thrives on. Currently, Martin has limited disability equipment around the house, for example Martin has no stair lift and Is now unable to go upstairs. There is no toilet down stairs and his bed has had to be moved down stairs for ease. He needs 24 hr care and specially adapted equipment. Money will go towards mobility improvements to Martins home, wheelchairs, specialist care etc.

Having been struggling for a long period with treatment and illnesses I want to help and support Martin, he deserves a little luck and by raising money for him this will help towards purchasing the items that we take for granted. As technology advances and new equipment becomes available, we want to ensure that Martin is always in a position to purchase any equipment that would facilitate his independence.

Over the coming months we will be planning numerous events to raise funds for Martin – linking back to this page. I have just completed a 40 mile run in 8 Hrs (Ridgeway40 11 May 19) to start the fundraising off. We kindly ask for you to donate what you can, share this page, and participate where possible to help reach our goal together.

Every donation is appreciated, and will go directly towards helping Martin recover and live a fulfilling life.

Thank you in anticipation.