Jayden is a seven-year-old boy from Kenya. He is the firstborn in a family of two children. He is a bright boy and is currently in Grade 2. His mother is a housewife, while his father is a casual laborer, doing any available work to support his family.
Since he was about three, Jayden has been experiencing recurring illnesses, such as pneumonia, often accompanied by high fevers. His mother frequently took him to the hospital, where he would receive treatment, but the problem would return after some time. As a result, Jayden's condition has disrupted his education.
Jayden was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which are the soft tissue behind the nasal cavity. Without treatment, this condition will cause Jayden's symptoms to persist and possibly even intensify. There is also a potential risk of complications such as a peritonsillar abscess, difficulty sleeping, and high fevers.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $453 to fund an adenotonsillectomy for Jayden, which is scheduled to take place on September 27th. Surgeons will remove his tonsils and adenoids, hopefully relieving Jayden of his symptoms and helping him live more comfortably.
“I have been awake for so many nights to nurse my boy for his recurrent fevers due to infection. He is a bright boy in school, and the recurrent tonsillitis keeps him away from school and interferes with his education. As a mother am looking forward to getting help to restore his health and have a productive life," said Jayden's mother.
