Frank is an eight-year-old boy from Kenya who is in third grade. Two years ago, he was diagnosed with an abnormal condition in a sensitive area. Without treatment, he is at risk of impaired fertility, testicular cancer, and hernia. Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo hernia repair surgery on December 21.
Frank’s parents separated a year ago. Now, Frank lives with his mother, who helps his grandparents with subsistence farming. With no source of income, the family cannot afford healthcare. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $535 to fund this procedure.
“It comes as a jarring shock to any parent when their child is diagnosed with such a condition and with the potential of having his fertility affected,” says Frank’s mother. “I hope we will get help towards Frank’s treatment.”