At just 24 weeks, my son, Gabryś, was born far too early, weighing only 800 grams—less than a bag of sugar. From the very first moment, he fought for his life, and I fought alongside him. Our journey began with danger, fear, and an uncertain future.
I developed sepsis, and Gabryś suffered from intestinal necrosis. At just four days old, he underwent his first surgery, during which a section of his intestine was removed. For months, he lived with a stoma as he battled to survive. But this was just the beginning of his struggles. Due to extreme prematurity and severe strokes, Gabryś developed hydrocephalus, requiring three attempts at shunt insertion. In the meantime, he endured sepsis and purulent meningitis twice. The medical staff didn’t give us much hope, but Gabryś defied all odds. He survived it all, showing a strength and will to live that no one could have imagined.
As Gabryś grew, his battles continued. He developed quadriplegia, drug-resistant epilepsy, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, deafness in his left ear, retinopathy, and severe visual impairment. The list of health issues is long, and each one requires specialized care, frequent consultations, medical equipment, and ongoing rehabilitation. The costs have been overwhelming, and despite all we’ve done for him, the expenses keep mounting.
At the start of last year, we were hopeful. Gabryś had qualified for stem cell therapy, and the funds we had raised were ready to go. But then, my health took a turn for the worse. My seizures became more frequent and severe, and I was unable to proceed with the treatment as planned. Despite trying various medications, consultations both in Poland and abroad, and undergoing tests, my epilepsy remains uncontrolled, and Gabryś’s treatment has been delayed. It has been two years since the setback, and we are still waiting for a breakthrough.
Recently, however, an incredible opportunity has emerged—an innovative neurocytotron therapy in Monterrey, Mexico. This treatment has shown promise for children like Gabryś, who suffer from epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and other neurological conditions. The therapy aims to regenerate damaged brain structures and rebuild neural connections, with the potential to improve communication, muscle tone, vision, movement, and reduce seizures. After thorough consultations, Gabryś was qualified for this therapy, and we have been given a date to start—February 4th.
The therapy, however, comes with a hefty cost—$35,000, plus the expenses for flights, accommodations, and rehabilitation. The funds raised for the stem cell therapy are being redirected to this new treatment, but we are still short of the full amount. The clinic requires payment by mid-December, and time is running out.
Gabryś has already been through more than any child should. Despite all the pain and challenges he’s faced, he still smiles, remains sensitive, and is full of zest for life. He has shown strength beyond his years, and I would do anything to help him continue this fight. But I cannot do it alone.
This is why I am reaching out to you. Gabryś needs your help. Every penny, every share, and every form of support brings us closer to securing this life-changing treatment for him. Please help us fight for his future. With your help, Gabryś has a chance at a better life, one where he can be more independent and free from the constant pain and struggles he’s faced.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your kindness and generosity. Your support will make all the difference in my son’s life.
