Originally Posted by
Devil in the Blue Dress
Malachi developed some problems during the night last night and went to the ER. He's been admitted to the hospital for additional tests and treatment. The most recent developments (you can read the update on the fund raiser page) are not what was anticipated with a Wilms tumor. His mother (Shaquille's mom) will be out of work on an unpaid leave of absence while the family fights Malachi's cancer. Bottom line is that their need for financial assistance has escalated.
Here's a link to read the update and if you are so moved, to donate to help Shaquille's family deal with the crisis.
http://www.gofundme.com/f73zjc
The family had planned to fly to Durham tomorrow to spend some time with Shaq and attend the game on Saturday. That trip has been postponed.
I am sorry to hear about Malachi's setback. THank you, DiTBD, for highlighting this need in the Duke family. I was pleased to be able donate. Here is some background from the Mayo Clinic:
Wilms' tumor is a rare kidney cancer that primarily affects children. Also known as nephroblastoma, Wilms' tumor is the most common cancer of the kidneys in children. Wilms' tumor most often affects children ages 3 to 4 and becomes much less common after age 5.
Wilms' tumor most often occurs in just one kidney, though it can sometimes be found in both kidneys at the same time.
Improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of Wilms' tumor have improved the prognosis for children with this disease. The outlook for most children with Wilms' tumor is very good.
Sage Grouse
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