PITTSBURGH — According to doctor’s at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, 2-year-old Lucas Goeller is running out of time to get a lifesaving liver transplant.
Goeller was born with a twisted intestine and a condition called biliary atresia, which is enlarging his liver and leaving him with a swollen abdomen.
His mother and father said his condition is very serious.
His father said doctors told them at the end of 2014 that it was a good time to get a transplant.
“He’s tough. Since he was born, he doesn’t know what good feels like,” said his mother.
Goeller’s parents said their son will die if he doesn’t get a liver transplant soon. The only thing that can save him is if he’s matched with someone who has died because he’s in need of a full liver.
“As a parent, watching your child at home or in the hospital, a lot of things go through your head. It’s a very difficult subject,” said Goeller’s father.
The Goeller family is trying to spread the word about the importance of organ donations while praying for a miracle.
“He’s very strong, and for a 2-year-old, very in tuned to God. He is an amazing spirit,” Goeller’s mother said.
In just two days, a Go Fund Me page the family created to raise enough money to gain as much awareness for Goeller and his condition had nearly $9,000 in donations. Any wishing to contribute can visit the page by CLICKING HERE.