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Success! Ye from Thailand raised $1,500 to fund a cholecystectomy.

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Ye's treatment was fully funded on March 28, 2021.

Ye's story

February 20, 2021

Ye is a 48-year-old man from Thailand. Ye lives with his wife and daughter on the Thai-Burma border. He used to work as a carpenter, but had to stop working two years ago when his health deteriorated. Ye’s wife is a homemaker, and his daughter works as a vendor selling mobile phones. His family income is just enough to cover their daily needs.

Currently, Ye experiences back pain and also a strong discomfort when using the bathroom. He sometimes has a slight fever if his pain is more severe. To remedy this, Ye underwent laser treatment for kidney stones, which helped relieve some of his pain, but the doctors have determined that his case is severe and surgery has now been advised. If left untreated, Ye’s symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future.

After seeking treatment with our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Ye is scheduled to undergo his cholecystectomy on February 22nd. BCMF is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Ye’s procedure and care. Once recovered, he will be able to be more active and hopefully be pain-free.

Ye shared, “I have been experiencing this condition for many years and I hope that after surgery I will be freed from pain and I will be able to work again.”

Ye is a 48-year-old man from Thailand. Ye lives with his wife and daughter on the Thai-Burma border. He used to work as a carpenter, but had...

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Ye's case was submitted by Bue Wah Say at Burma Children Medical Fund.

Ye's Timeline

February 20, 2021
PROFILE SUBMITTED
Ye was submitted by Bue Wah Say, Project Officer at Burma Children Medical Fund.
February 22, 2021
TREATMENT SCHEDULED
Ye was scheduled to receive treatment at Mae Sot General Hospital in Thailand. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.
February 23, 2021
PROFILE PUBLISHED
Ye's profile was published to start raising funds.
March 28, 2021
FULLY FUNDED
Ye's treatment was fully funded.
TODAY
AWAITING UPDATE
Awaiting Ye's treatment update from Burma Children Medical Fund.

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Funded by 42 donors

Funded by 42 donors

Treatment

Cholecystectomy (Biliary Obstruction)

Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis
Procedure

On average, it costs $3,729 for Ye's treatment

Subsidies fund $2,229 and Watsi raises the remaining $1,500

Hospital Fees

$1,430

Medical Staff

$966

Medication

$12

Supplies

$187

Labs

$84

Radiology

$879

Other

$171

Symptoms
Impact on patient's life
Cultural or regional significance

What kinds of symptoms do patients experience before receiving treatment?

Patients experience abdominal pain, jaundice, fever, nausea, and bloating.

What is the impact on patients’ lives of living with these conditions?

Patients are in a great deal of pain. They cannot work regularly or even sleep comfortably.

What cultural or regional factors affect the treatment of these conditions?

Patients cannot afford to go to the hospital. Many people rely on medications provided by dealers who are not authorized pharmacists.

Process
Impact on patient's life
Risks and side-effects
Accessibility
Alternatives

What does the treatment process look like?

Ultrasound testing is the first diagnostic test. When the diagnosis is confirmed, surgery is scheduled. The gallbladder is removed through an incision on the right side under the rib cage. The patient usually spends 4-5 days in the hospital.

What is the impact of this treatment on the patient’s life?

After the surgery, the patient will no longer be in pain, and his or her jaundice will reduce.

What potential side effects or risks come with this treatment?

Potential side effects include bleeding, fever, pneumonia, heart complications, UTIs, blood clots, renal failure, bile duct injuries, retention of the bile duct stone, and death.

How accessible is treatment in the area? What is the typical journey like for a patient to receive care?

Many of our medical partner's patients live in remote areas. They cannot afford or access treatment because it is only available in large cities.

What are the alternatives to this treatment?

There are no alternatives. Without surgery, the stones may grow larger. The patient will live in discomfort and may risk death.

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