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A fracture revealed cancer. Damian lost his arm, but the fight continues❗.

The X-ray was supposed to confirm the fracture. Instead, it revealed bone cancer. Damian underwent chemotherapy and amputation of his arm. Now he is fighting metastasis and needs our help to regain fitness.
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  • Purpose of the collection
    Costs of ongoing treatment, purchase of prosthetic arm.
  • Diagnosis
    Osteosarcoma
  • Age of the Ward
    17 years
  • Location
    Warsaw
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Highlights

  • Purpose of the collection
    Costs of ongoing treatment, purchase of prosthetic arm.
  • Diagnosis
    Osteosarcoma
  • Age
    17 years
  • Location
    Warsaw

Update

Unfortunately the recurrence...
After completing treatment, Damian remained under constant follow-up at IMiD. During a follow-up visit held on August 19, Doctors detected alarming changes in the lungs, which confirmed the recurrence of the disease. Shortly thereafter, emphysema appeared in the right lung, and a few days later in the left lung as well. It was necessary to place drains and perform a thoracotomy of the right lung, during which the The neoplastic lesions were removed. The histopathological result confirmed the presence of cancer cells. Currently, Damian receives one-day chemotherapy, followed by a one-week break after two cycles, and receives immunotherapy every three weeks. After the first cycle of chemotherapy underwent another thoracotomy, this time on the left lung, where the cancerous lesions were also removed. Although treatment is extremely difficult, Damian is fighting for his health with great determination, remaining under the constant care of doctors and loved ones. October 27, 2025
Changes removed, but vigilance remains
Two major surgeries are behind Damian. In February he underwent a thoracotomy of the left lung, during which as many as fourteen lesions were removed. Seven of them were cancerous. In March came the right lung, where four lesions were removed, including one malignant one. Both surgeries ended without complications.
Completion of chemotherapy cycle and first tests
In late May, Damian received his last dose of chemotherapy. Imaging studies - CT scan and PET scan - showed no new disease foci. One lesion in the right lung remains for observation, but does not require intervention at this point.
The next step: targeted therapy and rehabilitation
Currently, Damian is waiting to be contacted by his attending physician regarding the implementation of targeted therapy. To this end, he has already undergone the necessary ophthalmological examination, which is required before the treatment can be included. For the past month, he has also been learning to function with his first prosthesis - a cosmetic one that lacks function, but is necessary for the adaptation process. Damian has more months of rehabilitation and supportive treatment ahead. Every piece of good news is a step toward greater peace of mind, although daily life still requires patience, strength and financial support. June 18, 2025

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The disease hidden behind the fracture

He was taken to the hospital with pain in his hand. He thought it was just an unfortunate fracture - nothing that couldn't be fixed with a cast and time. The doctors took an X-ray, confirmed the injury... and went silent. They saw something else in the image. A shadow that could not be ignored. An MRI, a CT scan and a biopsy were ordered in succession. The diagnosis came quickly - too quickly to prepare for it: osteosarcoma. Malignant cancer of the humerus bone.

More traces of the disease were found in the lungs

Imaging studies to determine the extent of the disease revealed further outbreaks. Lesions were spotted in Damian's lungs that could indicate metastasis. Although they were considered inactive, their mere presence was enough to take the situation seriously. The entire treatment plan was changed. Doctors indicated the need to include chemotherapy. This was the first stage - difficult, aggravating, but necessary to gain time and a chance for further decisions.

Before the chemo had time to take effect, the tumor moved on

After two weeks of treatment, swelling appeared in the shoulder area. Doctors again ordered an X-ray and an MRI. The results left no doubt - not only did the cancer not go away, but it was clearly growing. Treatment did not bring the expected results. The decision about what to do next matured in silence, until it was finally spoken aloud. Amputation of the entire left arm including the shoulder joint was the only chance to stop the disease. The lung lesions remained stable, allowing the surgery to be scheduled.

It is not the wound from the surgery that hurts Damian the most, but the fear of what comes next
Next steps in treatment

After the amputation, Damian returned to chemotherapy. Nine infusions remain in the treatment plan. Doctors are also considering surgery to remove lesions from one lung. Further decisions will depend on the results of follow-up tests. Everything is playing out in stages and constant caution.

Independence that comes at a price

In parallel, the struggle for everyday life continues. Damian needs support not only for further treatment, but also for commuting to the hospital, specialized diet, supplements, rehabilitation and prostheses. To begin with, it will be necessary to purchase a cosmetic prosthesis to help Damian adjust to life with a prosthesis. The cost of such a prosthesis is about 35 thousand zlotys.
Ultimately, the plan is to purchase an advanced functional prosthesis that will make daily life easier and allow him to regain his independence. Unfortunately, the cost of such a solution may reach up to 300 thousand zlotys.

For Damian, every contribution is more than money. It is proof that someone felt and did not pass by indifferently

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Contributions and words of support

Cancer Fighters
April 29, 2026
Together, we won’t lose this fight!
73,334.00 PLN
Sabina
April 28, 2026
PLN 300.00
Cornelia
April 23, 2026
20.00 00zł
Anonymous
April 22, 2026
I wish you good health ❤️
PLN 100.00
Anonymous
April 13, 2026
20.00 00zł
Anonymous
April 9, 2026
PLN 10.00
Foundation
21 / 05 / 2025
Donor funds raised on the Cancer Free site
PLN 119,844.00
Cancer Fighters
April 29, 2026
Together, we won’t lose this fight!
73,334.00 PLN
Joanna
23 / 09 / 2025
PLN 30,000.00
Maciej
01 / 07 / 2025
Cash from cans collected at the Chojnice Fair.
PLN 9,886.00
Patricia
December 8, 2025
Cash from cans - Santa Claus Collection Chojnice Market Square 06.12.2025
PLN 8,900.00
Parents, Students and Teaching Staff
12 / 06 / 2025
A small contribution to building your good healthy future! With best wishes from the entire community of Charzykivka Elementary School!!!
PLN 8,600.00
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