Radiet is a fourteen-month-old baby girl from Ethiopia. She is a cheerful baby, and she loves to eat rice and eggs. Upon learning about her child’s condition, Radiet’s mother had to stop working. She and her child are now supported by their community, which helps them to cover the cost of food and rent.
Radiet was born with anorectal malformation, a birth defect in which the rectum or the anus fails to form properly. As a result, Radiet cannot pass stool normally. The costs of her medical care have worsened the family’s financial standing, and Radiet and her mother additionally suffer from discrimination by some community members.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of a colostomy and corrective surgery for Radiet. The procedure is scheduled to take place on May 4 and, once completed, will hopefully allow Radiet to live comfortably and confidently again.
Radiet’s mother says, “I am all alone. I love my baby and I would give her all I have. Once my child got surgery, I would do everything in my power to raise her well. And now all I pray for is for her to get the treatment.”