Aron is a 21-month-old boy from Tanzania. He is the oldest child in his family. One day, Aron’s parents noticed that he was in pain. He began to vomit after eating. He was taken to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, a swelling near his navel.
Aron’s family was advised to visit our medical partner’s hospital, Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre (ALMC). Without treatment, he was at risk of intestinal damage. Fortunately, on January 2, ALMC surgeons performed a hernia repair procedure.
Aron’s parents operate a small business to earn a living. Their income, however, is not sufficient to pay for Aron’s surgery. They need help to raise $610.
“My wish is that my son will be able to eat well without feeling sick or vomiting,” says Aron’s mother.