My fight against cancer
Goal:
CAD $60,000
Raised:
CAD $3,937
Campaign funds will be received by Christine Dorion
My fight against cancer
Hello,
I have been navigating a difficult health journey after being diagnosed with Stage IV Myxoid Liposarcoma in July 2024. At only 53 years of age, my life expectancy is 2 to 3 years. I have completed six rounds of chemotherapy and fifteen radiation sessions. While I am eternally grateful for these traditional treatments, I have learned that my healing process might benefit from exploring a broader range of options.
I am a mom with three amazing kids, the youngest being just 15 years old. My hope is to see her graduate from high school and move on to college or university. I also look forward to seeing my kids get married and potentially start families of their own. Above all, I want to have many more years to celebrate their achievements and be there for them every step of the way.
After much reflection, I have made the decision to explore integrative and alternative cancer therapies available at Hope 4 Cancer in Mexico. They have been operating for over 20 years and specialize in helping people with stage IV cancers. This could offer me a new path to healing. Their alternative therapies have helped countless individuals find relief and recovery when other options were exhausted.
I am seeking your support to help fund this treatment as it is extremely expensive.
My treatment costs have been estimated at $47,900 US. This includes all tests, a 23 day stay, with therapies occurring 6 to 8 hours per day, and continued support at home with 2 follow up visits to the center. Your generous donations will go directly toward healing treatments, and care throughout this journey.
Every contribution, no matter how big or small, will help me take this crucial step toward improving my health and well-being.
This is a big step, but I genuinely believe that exploring these alternative therapies could lead to the healing I need. Anyine who knows me well knows that it is not easy for me to ask for help.
Thank you for being part of this important chapter of my life. I am deeply grateful for your generosity, kindness, and belief in my healing.
With love and gratitude,
Christine
Recent Donations
Sending you all of our healing thoughts! We hope you can get the treatment you need! Love, Quinn, Brigitte and Arlo (from Heritage)
You have to believe
You've always been such a kind and positive presence in the neighborhood, and it means a lot. We’ve always appreciated your warm hellos and how you light up our conversations (not to mention how much you love coco). Hoping this small gesture brings a bit of extra brightness your way.
Praying for you my friend. Miss you lots xo
My prayers are with you and your family may you reach your goal for a speedy recovery
We are with you all the way!🥰
Love you very much. xo
You are strong. You got this. Keep the faith ❤️
Dear cousin I know we don’t see each other . Really only at weddings or funerals , but I am hoping all the best too you and that your healing continues on a good path. Love Chantal
Stay positive!
Get well soon, sending prayers 🙏 ❤️
Updates
Post surgery and latest scans
May 21st, 2025
Hello everyone,
Had another small set back post surgery and developed a cyst at the site. Another round of antibiotics and it feels like it's finally healing.
Had a set of CT scans done on May 12th. There has been interval increase in two nodules. They've gone from the size of a dime to a quarter. Not the result we wanted but no new mets detected in the abdomen and pelvis so we will take it. They have also not reported on two additional nodules that used to be in abdomen and sacrum so I have questions for the medical oncologist when I see her next. Now waiting on results from the chest CT which seems to be taking forever! My guess is that more chemo/radiation/surgery is inevitable.
To those that have donated, thank you from the bottom of my heart and please continue to share my campaign. You don't have to believe in these treatments but for the cost of a latte, it gets me one step closer to healing.
I encourage everyone to visit Hope 4 Cancer website and social media pages and listen to the testimonials. Even if it doesn't cure me but buys me more time with my kids, it's all I am asking.
Bless you all.
Christine
Update on surgery
April 16th, 2025
I had surgery on March 24th. What should have been a 4 or 5 hour hour surgery only took 2! Everything went so swimmingly, that I was sent home instead of having to stay in hospital. I was healing very well until I developed a bacterial skin infection. I am on antibiotics now for 10 days and must rest the leg. Pathology showed the tumor was 98% necrotic and the Dr was able to get clear margins. Fantastic news!! Now, on to tackling the smaller tumors and mets. I am determined to get to Mexico and with your donations and efforts in sharing my campaign, I will get there!
Thank you and bless you!
Christine
Surgery is rescheduled
March 23rd, 2025
My surgery is rescheduled to Monday, March 24th, bright and early with a 6 a.m. arrival at hospital. So ready for this to happen.
Thanks once again to all who have donated and please continue to share and pray.
Christine xo
Update #3
March 17th, 2025
Update #2
March 6th, 2025
Hi everyone,
First off, thank you so much to those who have so generously donated. It means the world to me and the kids!
The orthopedic surgeon will operate! I will be having a tumor resection on March 17th. This will remove the large tumor in my leg. Excited, nervous (terrified) but ready for it. Once that is healed, I hope to be able to make the trip to Hope 4 Cancer in Mexico.
Please continue to pray and share my campaign. An update will follow post surgery.
Christine xoxo
Update #1
February 22nd, 2025
I saw my medical oncologist on Feb. 11 to discuss latest scans. The main tumour and two mets have decreased in size and one is stable. I see the orthopedic surgeon on Feb. 27 to determine if surgery is an option to remove the large tumor in my leg. If surgery is not an option at this time, I may have to start more chemotherapy sessions until I can get to Mexico. My wish is to get to Hope 4 Cancer sooner than later so that I can fight this cancer in a more holistic way. I have to throw everything I can at this disease.
Thank you for your support and prayers!
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