He is the sweetest, happiest little boy, who loves to cuddle and play, and brings so much joy to his mummy, Katharine, and his daddy, Isaac. When Toby was 8 weeks old, doctors found a lump in his stomach and he was admitted to hospital. After lots of tests he was diagnosed with Infantile Fibrosarcoma. Infantile Fibrosarcoma is an extremely rare malignant (cancerous) tumor that originates in the co
nnective fibrous tissue and spreads rapidly. Toby currently has tumours in his spine and his abdomen. Unfortunately, the first chemotherapy Toby was put on didn't work, and he grew three new tumours in a matter of weeks. Toby has now been placed on a more intensive course of chemotherapy, but his consultant has said that if it doesn't work, it will mean his tumour is chemo-resistant. The next options available in England are bleak - either radical surgery with removal of organs, or radiotherapy, which can be very damaging for such a small baby. Katharine and Isaac have searched the world for another option, and came across a revolutionary medical trial taking place in the US and Spain, which uses a medication which directly targets the gene fusion that causes Toby's tumour. The trial has been getting really promising results, and could be vital for Toby. But we've been dealt a blow, as while the drug company has agreed to donate the cost of the medicine itself, the other parts of the treatment are extremely expensive. Costs could extend into the hundreds of thousands of pounds; far out of my family's reach. We find it incredibly hard to ask our friends and family for their generosity, but we can't rest until we know we have done everything within my power to make sure that Toby gets the best possible treatment. Toby deserves a chance at life. Everyone who is lucky enough to meet him can't help but fall in love with his smile. Please help our family to reach our target. We're raising money here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/treatment-for-toby
