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My friend Hector Madrigal (55 years old) has been courageously battling synovial sarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer, for the past three years.

Mi querido amigo Héctor Madrigal (55 años) ha estado luchando valientemente contra el sarcoma sinovial, una forma rara y agresiva de cáncer, durante los últimos tres años.

It all began in November 2020 when he received the devastating diagnosis.

Todo comenzó en noviembre de 2020, cuando recibió el diagnóstico devastador.

Since then, Hector has endured a grueling treatment regimen, starting with rounds of radiation and chemotherapy.

Desde entonces, Héctor ha sufrido un régimen de tratamiento agotador, comenzando con rondas de radiación y quimioterapia.

Despite the intense physical and emotional toll, he bravely underwent surgery on May 17, 2021.

A pesar del intenso costo físico y emocional, se sometió valientemente a una cirugía el 17 de mayo de 2021.

The surgery was extensive, involving the removal of his medialis muscle of his leg, which he likened to having his wings clipped, as soccer had been a beloved passion that made him feel alive.

La cirugía fue extensa, implicando la extirpación de su músculo medial de la pierna izquierda, que comparó a que le cortaran las alas, ya que el fútbol soccer es su pasión, se sentia volar.

Following the surgery, Hector maintained regular visits with his doctors, hoping for positive news.

Después de la cirugía, Héctor mantuvo visitas regulares con sus médicos, con la esperanza de recibir noticias positivas.

Sadly, a year and a half later, the cancer metastasized to his lungs, manifesting as two tumors.

Lamentablemente, un año y medio después, el cáncer hizo metástasis en sus pulmones, manifestándose como dos tumores.

Despite undergoing four different chemotherapy treatments, the cancer persisted, necessitating another surgery on August 14, 2023.

A pesar de someterse a cuatro tratamientos de quimioterapia diferentes, el cáncer persistió, lo que requirió otra cirugía el 14 de agosto de 2023.

While the tumors were successfully removed, Hector faced a setback when more tumors reappeared just two months later.

Mientras que los tumores se extirparon con éxito, Héctor se enfrentó a un revés cuando reaparecieron más tumores solo dos meses después.

Hector resumed chemotherapy treatments in January 2024, enduring three sessions thus far in his unwavering determination to beat this disease.

Héctor reanudó los tratamientos de quimioterapia en enero de 2024, durante tres sesiones hasta ahora en su lucha de vencer a esta enfermedad.

However, the relentless nature of his medical battles has taken a toll not just on Hector, but also on his family.
For the past three years, Hector has been unable to work, leaving his wife, Ana, to shoulder the immense responsibility of caring for their three children: Paula, aged 13, Santiago, aged 11, and little Amelia, aged 3.

Durante los últimos tres años, Héctor trabajado miy poco y dejando que su esposa, Ana, asuma la inmensa responsabilidad de cuidar a sus tres hijos: Paola, de 13 años, Santiago, de 11 años, y la pequeña Amelia, de 3 años.


As if the emotional strain weren't enough, the family has been grappling with overwhelming financial challenges.  The costs of Hector's medical treatments, medications, and related expenses have spiraled out of control, stretching their resources to the breaking point.

Los costos de los tratamientos médicos, los medicamentos y los gastos relacionados de Héctor y su familia se han incrementado.

Ana, already burdened with caring for Hector and their children, now faces the added stress of navigating their precarious financial situation.In this time of crisis, your support can make an immense difference.

Ana ahora se enfrenta al estrés adicional de navegar por su precaria situación financiera. En este momento de crisis, su apoyo puede marcar una inmensa diferencia.

By contributing to Hector's fundraiser, you can provide much-needed relief to a family in need. Your generosity will not only help alleviate their financial burden but also serve as a beacon of hope and solidarity as they continue to fight this relentless disease together.

Al contribuir a la recaudación de fondos de Héctor, puedes proporcionar un alivio muy necesario a una familia muy necesitada. Su generosidad no solo ayudará a aliviar su carga financiera, sino que también servirá como un faro de esperanza y solidaridad mientras continúan luchando juntos contra esta implacable enfermedad.

Thank you for standing with Hector and his family during this challenging journey. Any amount helps and is appreciated beyond words.

Gracias por estar con Héctor y su familia durante este desafiante viaje.

Thank you to Dr. Martha Butus and all the amazing staff at Rush Hospital oncology for their daily care.


Gracias a la Dra. Martha Butus y a todo el increíble personal de oncología del Rush Hospital por su atención diaria.
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ELIZABETH GREGG
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Chicago, IL
Ana Madrigal
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