Daw Than is a 45-year-old woman who needs financial support for a hysterectomy. She lives with her husband and two daughters, aged nine and seven years old. Both daughters are in school. Her family runs a small restaurant that serves tea and Burmese food. They are unable to save and can only afford minor medical care. With her free time, Daw Than enjoys visiting her friends around town
Earlier this year, Daw Than began to experience pain in her abdomen. An ultrasound revealed a mass in her uterus, and her doctor explained that she would need surgery to remove the mass. Knowing surgery would expensive, Daw Than returned home without treatment. For four months, she took pain medication and drank homemade herbal tea to treat her condition.
At the beginning of October, Daw Than returned to the hospital. She was still experiencing pain and dizziness. On October 28, 2016, doctors performed a total abdominal hysterectomy.
Daw Than’s family has been very supportive. They borrowed money to pay her transportation fees, but they were relieved to learn that she could receive free treatment. The family needs $1,500 in support.
After surgery, Daw Than hopes to get a new job.“My daughters are growing up and will need more and more support,” she says. “I want a better paying job so I can continue to support their education.”