Nwe is 45 years old. She lives with her younger sister in Mon State, Burma. Nwe is the principal of a local primary school and is very proud of her job and education. She loves watching her students learn from their teachers.
About two years ago, Nwe started to experience severe pain during her menstrual cycle. She was unable to sleep or eat during this time. Nwe treated herself with traditional medicine but was unable to relieve her symptoms.
An ultrasound at a local clinic revealed that Nwe had developed a mass in her uterus. Nwe says that the medication she received helped to reduce the pain, but she is still experiencing uncomfortable symptoms.
In late 2016, Nwe visited Mae Sot General Hospital, a care center associated with our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF). The hospital performed an ultrasound and biopsy, and doctors there advised Nwe that she requires surgery.
BCMF has arranged for Nwe to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy to remove the uterine mass on March 28. A biopsy will also be performed to determine the cause of the mass and to help doctors make a definite diagnosis.
Nwe needs help to raise $1,500 for her surgery. She says, “I hope that after surgery I will be able to return to full health, and have the chance to study further and continue working with my teachers and students.”
