Hello, my name is Christine Martin, a resident of Todos Santos since 2020.
I am raising funds for Margarita Altamirano, a 57-year-old woman who has spent 38 years living and working in Todos Santos, B.C.S. Many of you know her as the lady who does the recycling on Saturdays. I’ve gotten to know Margarita and her grandson who helps her. She has a big heart and has been suffering in pain for a very long time. Yet, even in the hottest of weather and difficult living conditions of her home, she shows up to earn what little she can for her expenses.
She has always been a caregiver—first to her mother, then to her brother with disabilities. She’s worked hard her entire life, supported her community, and shown up for those in need (she recently took in 5 pups abandoned flea infested and starving on the roadside).
Today, she is facing an overwhelming medical crisis, and is humbly asking for your help. Once the goal is met, I will transfer the money to Margarita. Her most dire need is a biopsy (read below).
This is her request in her own words:
Why I Need Your Support
I’ve been diagnosed with multiple chronic and life-threatening conditions, and the public health system is not giving me timely access to care. I urgently need a thyroid biopsy, ongoing specialist visits, and daily medications to manage my conditions.
Without your help, I cannot afford the care that could potentially save my life.
My Medical Conditions Include:
Thyroid nodule TIRADS 5 (high risk of cancer)
Brain tumors
Arachnoid cysts (Galaxy II & III)
Hypothyroidism
Fibromyalgia
Spondyloarthrosis
Scoliosis and spinal degeneration
Sacroiliitis
Prominent aortic arch (requires heart monitoring)
⚕️ Recent Exams Confirm:
Abnormal TSH levels
Abnormal ECG (incomplete right bundle branch block)
Osteodegenerative changes and cardiovascular concern (X-ray & imaging)
Urgent Financial Needs
Procedure / Item Cost (MXN)
- Biopsy (sample extraction) $3,800
- Pathology analysis (to detect malignancy) $15,000
- Monthly medications & specialist visits Ongoing, rising costs
⚕️ Specialists I Must See Regularly:
Neurologist
Rheumatologist
Endocrinologist
Cardiologist
Angiologist
ENT (Otolaryngologist)
Traumatologist
Daily Medications I Take:
Levothyroxine
Metformin
Atorvastatin
Duloxetine
Pregabalin
Tramadol
Caltrate D, FlexaCox, Thioctic acid, and more
How You Can Help
Your support will go directly toward:
Getting the urgent biopsy
Paying for lab work & analysis
Daily medications to manage pain, thyroid issues, and prevent complications
Transportation to medical appointments
No amount is too small. Every peso or dollar brings me closer to safety and relief.
Suggested Donation Tiers
$10 USD / $180 MXN — A week of medication
$25 USD / $450 MXN — A specialist consultation
$50 USD / $900 MXN — Covers the biopsy sample extraction
$100 USD / $1,800 MXN — Contributes to pathology analysis
$500+ USD — Major gift toward diagnosis, ongoing treatment, and mobility support
From My Heart to Yours
This is not easy to share. But I believe in the power of community. If you can’t donate, please share this campaign with others. Every act of support matters.
With deep gratitude,
Margarita Altamirano
Todos Santos, B.C.S., México
Hola, mi nombre es Margarita Altamirano, tengo 57 años y he vivido en Todos Santos, B.C.S. durante 38 años. Siempre he sido cuidadora—primero de mi madre, luego de mi hermano con discapacidad. He trabajado toda mi vida con esfuerzo, apoyando a mi comunidad y estando presente para quienes me han necesitado.
Hoy me encuentro en una situación médica crítica, y humildemente pido tu ayuda.
¿Por Qué Necesito Tu Apoyo?
He sido diagnosticada con varias enfermedades crónicas y graves, y el sistema público de salud no me ha proporcionado la atención oportuna que necesito. Necesito con urgencia una biopsia de tiroides, consultas con especialistas y medicamentos diarios para poder seguir luchando por mi salud.
Sin tu ayuda, no puedo costear los tratamientos que podrían salvar mi vida.
Mis Diagnósticos Médicos Incluyen:
Nódulo tiroideo TIRADS 5 (alto riesgo de cáncer)
Tumores cerebrales
Quistes aracnoides (Galaxy II y III)
Hipotiroidismo
Fibromialgia
Espondiloartrosis
Escoliosis y desgaste de columna
Sacroileítis
Cayado aórtico prominente (preocupación cardiológica)
⚕️ Últimos estudios confirman:
TSH alterada (6.050)
Electrocardiograma anormal (bloqueo incompleto de rama derecha)
Cambios degenerativos y alerta cardiológica en radiografía de tórax
Necesidades Financieras Urgentes
Procedimiento / Necesidad Costo (MXN)
Biopsia (extracción de muestra) $3,800
Análisis patológico (detectar malignidad) $15,000
Medicamentos y visitas médicas Costo mensual creciente
⚕️ Especialistas Que Debo Visitar:
Neurólogo
Reumatólogo
Endocrinólogo
Cardiólogo
Angiólogo
Otorrinolaringólogo
Traumatólogo
Medicamentos Diarios Que Debo Tomar:
Levotiroxina
Metformina
Atorvastatina
Duloxetina
Pregabalina
Tramadol
Caltrate D, FlexaCox, Ácido tióctico y más
Cómo Puedes Ayudar
Tu apoyo se destinará directamente a:
Realizar la biopsia urgente
Cubrir estudios de laboratorio
Comprar los medicamentos necesarios
Transporte a citas médicas
Ninguna cantidad es pequeña. Cada peso o dólar me acerca a seguir adelante.
Donaciones Sugeridas
$180 MXN / $10 USD — Medicamentos por una semana
$450 MXN / $25 USD — Consulta con especialista
$900 MXN / $50 USD — Cobertura para biopsia
$1,800 MXN / $100 USD — Aporte para análisis patológico
$500+ USD — Donativo mayor para diagnóstico y tratamiento integral
Desde Mi Corazón
No es fácil compartir esto, pero creo en la fuerza de la comunidad. Si no puedes donar, por favor comparte esta campaña con tus amigos y familiares.
Con profundo agradecimiento,
Margarita Altamirano
Todos Santos, B.C.S., México
