Shwe is a 71-year-old man who lives with his family in Burma. Shwe’s main job is to make traditional Burmese pots, however he additionally plants vegetables for his family’s consumption.
Shwe has recently been diagnosed with septic arthritis of the ankle joint and septicemia in his left leg. Two years ago his left ankle joint began to swell and he noticed an obvious ulcer. He tried to treat it by visiting traditional healers and the Hpa-an General Hospital, however his visits were to no avail. Eventually, Shwe was referred to our medical partner’s care center, Mawlamyine Christian Leprosy Hospital, where his diagnosis was confirmed. By having this medical condition, Shwe feels like he is creating a huge burden on his family members, especially on his son and his wife, who is experiencing health concerns of her own.
Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a lower leg amputation, which Shwe is scheduled to receive on June 17. This treatment will hopefully help Shwe get well again and restore his former mobility.