Tobius is a 32-year-old young man from Uganda, married and a father of one. As the fourth of six children, he has limited family support - three of his siblings are married and managing their own households, which means Tobius cannot rely on them financially for his medical needs. Before falling ill, he worked as a tailor.
Recently, Tobius has been unable to work due to a history of abdominal distension accompanied by fatigue. His health challenges began 30 years ago, when his mother noticed his abdominal swelling, which was painless and small at the time. Sadly, she passed away before she could seek medical help. Over the years, the swelling gradually increased in size, and the discomfort worsened. Despite visiting a local health facility earlier, he received no treatment, and because the pain was mild, he chose to ignore it.
As time went on, the symptoms intensified, and he started vomiting. Tobius even turned to prayer in search of relief. Recently, his condition prompted his pastor to bring him to our medical partner’s care center, Rushoroza Hospital, where he was diagnosed with an enlargement of the spleen. He requires surgery to treat the condition. If left untreated, the symptoms will progress, affecting his day-to-day activities, and discomfort and other complications may develop.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Tobius receive treatment. On October 2nd, he will undergo a procedure to prevent his symptoms from worsening, restore his health, allowing him to return to his craft as a tailor. Now, Tobius needs help funding this $284 procedure.
He shares, “I have suffered enough. My wish is to heal, live fully, and fulfill my dreams as a man. I wish to be able to support my children and take care of my family.”

