Annet is a peasant farmer from Uganda. Annet has suffered from a goiter for the past four years, resulting in persistent headache, fatigue and difficulty in breathing. Due to this condition, her performance in the farm has reduced and without treatment, she might have further complications . She has been to several hospitals but the medication prescribed has not been helpful. She came to our facility and upon review, was diagnosed with a goiter and thyroidectomy surgery was recommended.
Annet is a peasant farmer who relies on her few farm outputs to compliment her husband’s income. The husband is a carpenter. Annet has four children, who are all in school. With little income, Annet may not be able to afford the cost of care. She thus appeals for financial assistance.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is helping Annet receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on November 12 at our medical partner’s care center. Surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $240, and she and her family need help raising money.
Annet says, “I am more optimistic to having a changed life after my surgery and continue with work at the farm.”