The family of a Newark Ironbound girl hospitalized for Arteriovenous malformation seeks the public's support.
According to a statement released by family members, Emilia Santos is a fantastic student at Science Park High School in Newark.
Her family said she is thirteen years old and was born with the rare disease AVM, which causes bleeding into her brain and spinal cord.
According to officials at the Center for Disease Control, Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is usually present at birth. The arteries and veins in an AVM can rupture, causing bleeding into the brain or spinal cord.
CDC officials say symptoms can include headaches and seizures. Surgery is the most common treatment for brain AVMs. In some cases, a catheter or radiation may be used to close off vessels. Medication may be used to treat headaches and seizures.
Emilia's mom, Dina, has been pillars in the community for years. Their involvement with the Girl Scouts is just one example of their joined effort in bettering the world.
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Family members say Emilia is currently in the hospital due to her condition and needs your support.
Any donation, regardless of size, will make a difference to her recovery.
For this holiday season, we are asking that you open your hearts to help a family that has helped so many families and the community.