Long-liver at 32 years old

The age of 32 for people with cystic fibrosis was considered to be reachless until more recent times. Thanks to the new possibilities of therapy, the girl has a chance to live for a long time. But to do this Angelica really needs your help.  

Every day starts the same way: she turns on her inhaler and takes a handful of medications. This is how Angelica saves her lungs from thick phlegm and infections. A few weeks ago her inhaler failed. The girl temporarily uses an old device, but it is simply not able to cope with the number of procedures that should be done daily. People with cystic fibrosis can have 10 or even more inhalations per day.  Angelica's state worsens, because not all medications enter the bronchi as needed.  The problem will be solved by a new powerful inhaler from the German manufacturer Pari recommended for all patients with cystic fibrosis. But the cost of this device, 7000 UAH, is an impracticable amount for the patients. Angelica does not have such money: despite partial state support the treatment of cystic fibrosis is extremely expensive.

It is very important for a girl to check the condition of her lungs regularly. This is done with a special device spirograph. Based on its indications, the doctor prescribes and promptly adjusts therapy, which significantly increases the effectiveness of treatment. Now this is an acute need for Angelica.

The girl has pets, draws a lot, makes beads embroidery and tries to have an active lifestyle because movement and physical therapy are mandatory for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. But she does not move a lot because of weather conditions and epidemics. In addition, a lot of sputum is coughed up with active physical activity (it is a goal of activities), so it is more comfortable and safer to perform physical therapy at home. It is advisable to buy a home simulator, but the girl herself could only dream of buying it.

In Ukraine, there are only a few people with cystic fibrosis over the age of 30. By extending her life, Angelica also gives hope to other patients. Today she is an example of the fact that cystic fibrosis is not a verdict, you can live even with such a serious disease. She just needs support right now.