Trevor, a two-year-old toddler from Uganda, is the second child in a family of two. His father works in another region of the country and visits home occasionally to spend time with the family.
From about a year ago, Trevor has been feeling unwell, in pain, unable to eat or even play. His mother has been trying different forms of medication unsuccessfully. She brought Trevor to our medical partner's care center, Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital, after hearing an announcement on the radio regarding a medical camp. Upon examination, Trevor was diagnosed with a right inguinal hernia, a bulge in a sensitive area due to a weakening of the muscles in the lower abdomen. If left untreated, it can lead to life-threatening conditions. Surgery was recommended but the family is unable to pay for the treatment.
Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Trevor receive treatment. On March 15th, surgeons at Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital will perform a hernia repair surgery to allow him to live a healthier, more comfortable life. Now, Trevor's family needs help to fund this $201 procedure.
Trevor's mother says, "I'm humbled and grateful to you, our supporters, for supporting my son in this program. I have hope that he will have a successful surgery and he will be able to play with other children without pain.’’