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Hi, my name is Mike, and this is why I have this campaign.
I
have a cluster of nerve cells are acting as a second pacemaker on the
heart which will shorten my life if not removed. The severity of my
condition makes it more debilitating and could damage my heart. I have
had this condition most of my life, and thanks to health care reform,
I can finally get something done about it. I was aware that I had what
was diagnosed as an arrythmia, the severity wasn't properly diagnosed
until recently. Since it would be considered a preexisting condition,
I wasn't going toable to get anything done about it. Once completed, I
can return to being a fully productive member of society, as it has
slowed me down. It has been a constant impediment to me getting things
done. I may end up disabled if the surgery is not done. I do have
insurance, and work as much as able, but a costly ambulance ride has
gone to collections (which I'm paying as long as able), and the fight
between Utah and the U.S. over healthcare has dragged things out. I do
have insurance, but It's in a "precarious state" to wit. I
have to get this surgery, as without it, I can't maintain a productive
life. A fix would get me back on track-which is what I want to do.
I also have a lot to contribute to society. It's of value to
society not to discard the willing, but to help them get back to productive.
AN ADDITIONAL REASON TO CONTRIBUTE
Of importance, is that I have an in depth understanding of
geology. The western United States has a vast geothermal energy
potential which could power the nations electricity needs, reducing or
even coal and nuclear power dependence. The same is true for Japan,
Italy, Russia, Mexico, and perhaps a host of other nations. This would
greatly reduce carbon emissions.
Unfortunately, this also
portends to regular earthquakes throughout the western U.S., but an
awareness of this fact will only help with public awareness. It would
not be unusual for a cider cone to pop up (Flagstaff area a
possibility), or fluid lava flows to pour out in any number of western
states. And this would be normal, as it is in other parts of the
world. Given the vast number of volcanic sites throughout the west, a
volcanic event could occur within a mere 80 year timeframe. Mount
Saint Helens went off 33 years ago. I'll post articles on the topic on
a blog when I am able, as it will be interesting and
informative.
But to work on this requires time and effort, and
so I need the surgery. So please donate. Also, you could just purchase
an item on ETSY at WestArtPottery.
My basic
understanding of the surgery is this: a catheter is inserted into the
right iliac vein, into inferior Vena Cava, then into the heart, where
the cluster of nerve cells acting as a second pacemaker on the heart
are then electrically zapped or ablated. Success rates are high, and
recovery time is minimal. I was told that some chest discomfort will
persist for a few days.
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A beautiful cameo depiction of a Hummingbird in the mountains with an adjustable lanyard accented with wood and iridescent glass beads. Scratch resistant true porcelain, glazed with true quartz glazes. This item is not plastic or polymer, but a ceramic item. Lead free, non toxic, and hypoallergenic.
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A beautiful cameo depiction of a Hummingbird in the mountains with an adjustable lanyard accented with wood and iridescent glass beads. Scratch resistant true porcelain, glazed with true quartz glazes. This item is not plastic or polymer, but a ceramic item. Lead free, non toxic, and hypoallergenic.
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