MKHC Patient Relief Fund

For over a year, Dora* has lived with pain and weakness in her hands and forearms. At first, the pain was worst at night — her hands felt like they were “falling asleep,” and morning stiffness made even simple tasks impossible. She could not open a bottle or cut food without pain.

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Despite being told she had arthritis and trying medication, her symptoms persisted. Dora experienced tingling, burning sensations, and weakness that made lifting her daughter or carrying laundry a struggle. Long hours working as a cleaner only made things worse, as sweeping and other tasks became painful and exhausting.

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Her doctor suspected ulnar neuropathy, a condition affecting the nerves in her arms, and recommended an EMG/NCV scan to measure how well her nerves and muscles were working. But for months, Dora delayed receiving it because of cost concerns. Through the MKHC Patient Relief Fund, however, Dora will finally be able to get the scans and the answers she needs to move forward with treatment and regain her strength.

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Dora shared her gratitude: “I thank the clinic for helping me with the exam; it helps me a lot so that I can cover expenses for my mother, who is going through a very difficult situation.”

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