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Asanas is a social and confident 28-year old farmer and mother from Uganda who needs $220 to fund a cystectomy that will cure her of severe pain.

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December 14, 2022

Meet Asanas: she is a social and confident 28-year-old Ugandan woman who lives in a muddy three-roomed semi-permanent house with her husband, child, and two foster children.

To make a living, she does farming on her small piece of land with her husband. They usually grow simple food crops for home consumption but often sell the surplus to generate income for their family.

During high school, she had a passion for journalism, but she was unable to pursue her dream because she couldn’t finish school due to a lack of school fees. She stayed at home for a few years before getting married when she was 22.

Asanas was brought in to the hospital with severe left-sided pain whenever she lies down to rest. She also experiences abdominal pain, even when eating small amounts of food.

When her symptoms became severe, she came to see a doctor and was recommended to undergo a scan. The scan results indicated a left cyst, and she was recommended for cystectomy treatment for a complete recovery. However, her income is not enough to enable her to raise the money needed for her surgery, and she therefore appeals for your support to pay the $220 required for her cystectomy.

Asanas says, “My life had always been well until I was hit by this pain. It’s hard for me to do anything at home, but I hope that with your help to undergo surgery and I will get well.”

Meet Asanas: she is a social and confident 28-year-old Ugandan woman who lives in a muddy three-roomed semi-permanent house with her husband...

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Asanas's Timeline

  • December 14, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Asanas was submitted by SAFE Program Admin, SAFE Program Admin at African Mission Healthcare.

  • December 15, 2022
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Asanas received treatment at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale in Uganda. 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.

  • December 27, 2022
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Asanas's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • January 18, 2023
    AWAITING UPDATE

    Awaiting Asanas's treatment update from African Mission Healthcare.

  • TODAY
    AWAITING FUNDING

    Asanas is currently raising funds for her treatment.

Funded by 2 donors

Funded by 2 donors

Treatment
Cystectomy
  • Cost Breakdown
On average, it costs $220 for Asanas's treatment
Hospital Fees
$84
Medical Staff
$15
Medication
$41
Supplies
$69
Labs
$5
Other
$6

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Samson

Samson is a widower and father of a 9-year-old child. He works as a laborer at a garage washing cars to support himself and his child. A few years ago, Samson started experiencing epigastric pain and discomfort, and could not keep down his food. He has sought treatment at other hospitals before, but to no avail. A few weeks ago, Samson's condition worsened and his brother helped him seek care with our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare. Doctors there conducted an endoscopy and found that the cause of Samson's symptoms was gastric obstruction due to pyloric stenosis, a narrowing of the opening from the stomach into the small intestine. If left untreated, Samson will continue to experience pain. His symptoms may also worsen, leading to dehydration, weight loss, and an overall decreased quality of life. Surgeons have recommended a laparotomy to treat Samson's condition. Fortunately, Samson is scheduled for surgery on March 13th with the help of African Mission Healthcare. Samson needs help raising $788 to fund the cost of his procedure. After surgery, not only will Samson's quality of life improve, but he will also be able to care for himself and his child. “I have been unable to care for myself and my child, becoming a burden to my family. The pain is also too much and I am afraid my wife went through the same and died. I plead for support so that I may be treated and get back to my normal life. I am also the only hope of my child,” said Samson.

6% funded

6%funded
$50raised
$738to go

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