December 2, 2019
Ruth is the sole breadwinner to her three children after separating with the husband after becoming ill.
Ruth has complained of abdominal pains for some time now. She has had numerous tests to diagnose the pains, been under different medications that only reduce pain from time to time. In 2018, she was hospitalized with complains of persistent abdominal pains. In November, she complained again and this time they sought care in Watsi’s partner facility AIC Kijabe Hospital. CT scanning revealed a gall bladder mass necessitating urgent surgery. Without the surgery, Ruth will be in constant pain and chances of further complications from the mass might imminent.
Ruth sells second-hand clothes to make ends meet. Ruth is not able to meet the cost of surgery. She appeals for help.
Ruth is the sole breadwinner to her three children after separating with the husband after becoming ill.
Ruth has complained of abdomina...
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February 25, 2020
Ruth underwent gall bladder surgery.
Ruth had been nervous about surgery. However, after the medical team reassured her of the high chance of a successful surgery, she came and had a successful operation. Ruth recovered without any issues and was discharged home after her laparoscopic cholecystectomy. She will be coming for follow-up visits to continue to review her outcomes. Her surgeon is confident that the surgery was helpful to Ruth. She is excited about the support offered by Watsi donors.
Ruth says, “Thank you very much for supporting my surgery. God bless you.”
Ruth had been nervous about surgery. However, after the medical team reassured her of the high chance of a successful surgery, she came and ...
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