Smaalin is a 21-month-old boy who lives with his parents in Kenya. His mother sells groceries while his father does construction work.
Late last year, Smaalin’s mother noticed an occasional swelling in Smaalin’s groin. With time, the swelling has become extremely painful for Smaalin, especially whenever he urinates. While he was given drugs by a local hospital in order to ease the pain, his symptoms did not improve. An ultrasound later revealed that Smaalin has a right inguinal hernia. If left untreated, Smaalin is at risk of extreme tissue damage due to hernia strangulation.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $423 to fund Smaalin’s hernia repair surgery. The procedure is scheduled to take place on July 3 and, once completed, will hopefully relieve Smaalin of his pain and allow him to live more comfortably.
“I will appreciate any financial help towards my son’s treatment,” says Smaalin’s mother.