From his first breath, Lav is fighting a great battle for life: Let's help this brave boy win
Lav Filipović (2018) was born as the first twin in the 33rd week of pregnancy via emergency cesarean section. Immediately after birth, he was hospitalized in the neonatology department. He was resuscitated during childbirth, which left consequences in the form of brain hemorrhage and multiple brain cysts. At three months old, he had his first epileptic seizure, marking the beginning of a difficult and uncertain battle for his life.
TL;DR
- Lav Filipović was born prematurely at 33 weeks gestation via emergency C-section.
- Complications from resuscitation at birth led to brain hemorrhage and cysts.
- A tumor in his right eye was treated unsuccessfully.
- Lav requires ongoing physical therapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation, medical procedures, medications, and supplements.
- Financial assistance is needed for Lav's treatments, travel, and accommodation.
- Donations can be made via SMS, bank transfer, E-doniraj, or PayPal.