Latest update as of Apr 11, 2024

  • 6 months post transplant

    Results of Sara's most recent PET scan reveals no new tumors or abnormal lymph nodes. PET scans can detect growths 7mm and larger, therefore, she also had a bone marrow biopsy to be examined on the molecular level. A trace amount (0.001) of a T-Cell clone or gene sequence is present; however, it is unclear and too soon to determine if this is an indication of recurrence of or a different type of lymphoma. There is a small lymph node growth or mass of tissue felt upon her physical examination, but that has since shrunk in the past month. The lymph growth and level of T-Cells will be closely observed these next couple months. At this time, Sara is still in remission!!!!

    We are celebrating her strength and major progress since her bone marrow transplant on September 20th, 2023. Though she will be monitored a little more closely, all other labs were great. The journey is far from over, as she is still building up her immune system. Sara was cleared to have a dog, so immediately she rescued Bartholomew aka Barry!!!!

    Thank you to everyone who has supported Sara, whether it was through this fundraiser or through moral support. She appreciates everyone and we could not have done this without y'all!!!!

    BONUS

    Here is a pic of Bad Boy Bartholomew...

    6 months post transplant

About this fundraiser

Hello everyone,

My name is Victoria Le and I am managing this fundraiser to benefit my good friend Sara Medina. 

It is never easy asking for help, especially for someone like Sara. She is the best friend, daughter, cousin, sister, and colleague anyone could ever ask for. She is an amazing person and is always there for everyone else. Nothing stops this determined and hard-working woman!!! She is reluctant to ask for help and never accepts it either. I am asking for donations on her behalf to support her through this difficult time. 

*05/03/2023*

Sara has been diagnosed with ALK(-) Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALK(-) ALCL), or T-Cell Lymphoma.

Though she has regained movement in her right arm, she is still unable to resume her normal work schedule as she undergoes chemotherapy and other treatments. 

*04/25/2023*

Recently, she was diagnosed with cancer; however, they are unable to determine what type it is. They first thought it was spindle cell sarcoma, then breast cancer, and now they are referring to it as carcinoma of unknown primary (CUP). There are multiple tumors throughout her body which includes her breast, ovary, lung, clavicle, breastbone, armpit, right knee, and right shoulder. Multiple biopsies have been taken and are still inconclusive or pending. With her right arm in constant severe pain and frequent oncology appointments, working has been tough. There is a lot of unknown surrounding Sara’s diagnosis, but with these donations, she will have one less stress and worry on her mind. 

Sara’s dad was also diagnosed with liver cancer this year and she is the only caregiver for both parents. 

All donations will go towards supporting Sara’s medical and non-medical bills and anything she needs.  

We appreciate all donations of any amount! Every little bit helps. I will continue to update this as more information is available.

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VICTORIA LE

Denver, CO, USA

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This fundraiser will directly support

Sara Medina

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