Prevent the disease from turning into cancer!

Before the disease manifested itself, Kristina lived a normal life. She went to school, enjoyed vacations like all children, and played in the yard with her friends. The disease only manifested itself when Kristina was 10 years old, and then one day everything changed. At first, her coordination of movements was slightly impaired, then her arm almost stopped working, she began to tighten her leg, and her eyesight began to deteriorate rapidly. She had to see a doctor immediately. Kristina immediately received a referral for a CT scan and MRI of the brain, which revealed a rather large (8*8*6 cm) formation – an astrocytoma, a displacement of brain tissue and optic nerves. Kristina underwent 2 surgeries, the tumor was removed, but hemiparesis remained (her left arm and leg still do not work). She was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis, a hereditary disease that leads to the development of multiple tumors on the nervous tissue – neurofibromas.

Later, neurofibromas were found in the tissues of her left thigh. The optic nerves were also involved in the pathological tumor process. Now Kristina cannot see with her left eye at all, and only a small percentage of vision remains in her right eye. Since 2016, the girl has been under medical supervision. She needs regular MRI scans to monitor her condition and to detect new foci in time. Early detection and medical treatment help prevent the development of complications. Neurofibromatosis is dangerous because damage to the brain and nerves can lead to paralysis, and tumors can develop into malignant ones.

Therefore, Kristina's disease requires treatment and monitoring on an ongoing basis. But the necessary medicines and examinations are very expensive. Kristina's father has died, and the only support for the girl is her mother, who has a disability herself. Their only income is a pension. The family is constantly struggling to survive, as financial difficulties do not allow them to provide even basic needs. Our foundation is making efforts to raise funds for 2 subsequent MRI examinations and medicines for a year. Only together we can prevent the disease from turning into cancer, and give Kristina a chance to save her life as it is now, simply by undergoing timely examinations and taking medications. Please help this girl!