Makara is a 15 year-old young student living with his parents and four younger siblings. He likes to play football and other games. Three month ago, Makara experienced a serious motor accident that injured his leg. The right foot became infected and by the time he arrived at Watsi’s medical partner Children’s Surgical Centre it was causing him much pain and gangrene had set in.
The past month his condition has made him feel depressed and upset about his health. He did not want to leave his home and had a hard time eating and sleeping. His parents traveled five and a half hours to bring their son here to get help. Doctors recommend an amputation for Makara. After the amputation, he will not experience pain and discomfort from his foot anymore and will be able to go back to school.
“I hope that I can go to school, and do some works to help my parents. When I grow up, I want to be a teacher,” Makara said.