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Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's second campaign is about raising the money she needs so that she can get dental work. Until she does this she cannot start taking xgeva.

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Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's Second Campaign

Victoria's second campaign is about raising the money she needs so that she can get dental work. Until she does this she cannot start taking xgeva.

Victoria's second campaign is about raising the money she needs so that she can get dental work. Until she does this she cannot start taking xgeva.

Victoria's second campaign is about raising the money she needs so that she can get dental work. Until she does this she cannot start taking xgeva.

Victoria's second campaign is about raising the money she needs so that she can get dental work. Until she does this she cannot start taking xgeva.

Victoria Smith
Victoria Smith
Victoria Smith
Victoria Smith
4 Campaigns |
Goodyear, United States
$550 USD 8 backers
110% of $500 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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This is Dr. Mary Cianfrocca, my oncologist at Banner MD Anderson in Gilbert, AZ

Although she says that she no longer thinks I have IBC (rather I have invasive ductal carcinoma, metastatized to my bones & lymph nodes) I think this is a fantastic video that shows her in her element: positive, smart, and supportive. I am fortunate to have her leading Team Vicky.

As part of my cancer treatment I need to take a drug called xgeva (denosumab).  This is a drug which will strengthen my bones. I need this drug because the cancer-fighting chemo drugs leave me at much greater risk of bone fracture.  However, I cannot start the xgeva until I get some major dental work done.

Why I need the money

I still have about $1,800 left from my last campaign, which raised over $3,200 in cash and credit card donations.  It could well be that this is all I need for my dental work.  However, I have MANY more medical expenses that are not covered by the Medicaid program I am currently enrolled in.  For example:

  • GAS - I'm traveling to Gilbert 2 - 4 times a week, 41 miles each way
  • Wigs, hats, scarves - hair loss and other "aesthetic" expenses are not covered
  • OTC meds & vitamins such as alleve and calcium, so I don't have to be so drugged up!
  • Special foods, such as guanabana pulp and stevia sweetener
  • My prepaid phone card -- I had to go to unlimited minutes which costs an extra $15 per month

Last time I went to the dentist ...

About 2 years ago for a cleaning and xrays.  He told me I had several cracks in my teeth and needed about 8 crowns. I am holding down expenses by:

  • Shopping around for the best price
  • Only getting done what I absolutely need in order to start the xgeva
  • Brushing and flossing and holding off on sweets

I know folks are hurting for money like me, so I have a much lower goal this time.  Also everyone's prayers have been very much appreciated.  If you cannot donate, a prayer and/or sharing my campaign with others can help me out more than you may realize.

Thank you and God Bless!

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