Hi, my name is Mallory, and this is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to write.
Over the past several months, I’ve been dealing with worsening back pain that has now been diagnosed as a large herniated disc at L5-S1 with nerve compression. What started as sciatica has progressed to constant pain that affects nearly every part of my day. I am not able to stand for more than a few minutes at time before losing feeling in my leg and toes. My new reality until surgery is that walking, sleeping, and even simple household tasks have become difficult.
Conservative treatment options have been taken and unfortunately have been unsuccessful. I am currently under the care of specialists and am waiting on a surgery date.
Spinal surgery is in my future and the recovery from that as well is becoming my reality. While I am doing my best to prepare for thr future I am also aware that this is temporarily going to make life even more challenging than it currently has become.
One of the hardest parts of this situation is that I recently started a new job that I truly love. Because I’m new, I don’t yet know what my leave options will look like if surgery is needed. My goal is to recover properly and return to work as soon as it’s safe, but there may be a period where medical bills and lost income overlap.
I am also a mom and have a family that depend on me to help with our household expenses. I am doing the best I can with the limited movement I have to maintain bills and taking care of everyday life.
Funds raised will help with:
– Medical bills, deductibles, and specialist visits
– Surgery and recovery expenses, if surgery is recommended
– Prescription medications
– Household bills during any time away from work
– Everyday essentials while I focus on healing
If you’re able to donate, no matter the amount, I am incredibly grateful. If you’re not in a position to give, sharing this fundraiser or simply keeping me in your thoughts and prayers means just as much.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any support you can offer during this difficult season.