Zlatka's toughest fight - opponent: acute leukemia❗

The age of innocence and already war

Not so long ago, Zlatka's world was simple and innocent. The girl's daily life was filled with movement, fun and the pursuit of more achievements in taekwondo training. In less than two years she earned a yellow belt. She dreamed of competing in tournaments and of podiums.

Instead, illness came - invisible and merciless. It forced her off the mat, shutting out the child's world and entering a reality that was frightening for a child.

First symptoms and illusions

In April 2024, Zlatka began complaining of leg pain - sharp, penetrating, radiating all the way to her back. Diagnoses were inconclusive. There was talk of strain, hip arthritis and even appendicitis were suspected. Anti-inflammatory drugs were administered to provide relief - but they did not.

Momentary improvements were illusory. The pain returned stronger - more relentless. In the middle of the night, Zlatka would wake up screaming, more and more exhausted, more and more confused. No remedies could ease it anymore.

Close to diagnosis

In Olawa, basic tests were performed, which were enough to send the girl to Wroclaw, to a hematology clinic - "Cape of Hope". There, after in-depth diagnostics, the diagnosis was made: acute lymphoblastic leukemia type B. Treatment began immediately - intensive, exhausting, dragging on for months.

The enemy is being fought

Zlatka does not look for substitute words to describe what she faced. She speaks plainly about the disease: it's an ENEMY!
She is extremely aware. She understands that she has a long battle ahead of her and that she must be exceptionally brave to endure the hardship of demanding treatment. Fortunately, there is a family next door. There are her parents, who watch by her side every day, her grandfather and her younger brother, whom she now misses very much.

Fight for life and dreams

Zlatka dreams of training again, going back to school and living again like her peers.