Mackline is a small scale farmer and a mother of 7. Her husband was paralyzed after a fall and currently is unable to generate any income for their family so she works hard to support their needs. They own a two-room mud house for shelter and their children have not received much education.
For two years now, Mackline has had a bilateral inguinal hernia. She noticed a small swelling that was causing on-and-off pain at that time. Now, it appears even on coughing and is very painful. She has recently completely stopped farming. Mackline heard the news on the radio about the opportunity of having medical treatment at Rushoroza Hospital and did not hesitate to visit. The surgeon reviewed her and recommended a herniorrhaphy which she cannot afford, so Mackline is seeking support. If not treated, the hernia could increase in size and cause future complications. Fortunately, on November 23rd, she will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner’s care center.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $170 to fund Mackline’s surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably and confidently.
Mackline says, “I pray that I may be considered for treatment because I am not doing well health-wise and my productivity has been affected negatively. I hope to resume farming as soon as possible.”