Sadia Nazir Awaits Thyroidectomy to Overcome Pain

Sadia Nazir's Story

Sadia Nazir, a 17-year-old young girl from Lahore, has been suffering from a painful lump on the front of her neck for many years. Sadia has had Pendred syndrome since birth. It is a condition in which a person simultaneously has sensorineural hearing loss and Goiter. Pendred syndrome has been a constant part of Sadia’s life. Now her lump is progressively increasing in size and giving her extreme discomfort. She received a consultation from a doctor, who, after conducting some diagnostic tests and an ultrasound scan, diagnosed Sadia with Multinodular Goiter (MNG) – the presence of multiple nodules in a thyroid gland. The doctor recommended Subtotal Thyroidectomy. Unfortunately, Sadia’s family cannot afford the significant cost of the surgery.

If Sadia doesn’t undergo the surgery, her lump can continue to grow and she may have a risk of developing cancer. Sadia is a student and is unable to fully enjoy the perks of her teenage years as her illness always makes her uncomfortable. Moreover, she faces difficulty while swallowing and speaking.

Sadia lives in a modest three-room rented house with her thirteen family members. She has three siblings and they are also affected by Pendred syndrome. Her father and brothers are daily wage laborers. Their household monthly income is insufficient to cover the utility bills, house rent, and educational expenses. To make matters worse, the family is burdened with a loan of PKR 300,000. Affording the surgery is simply beyond their financial means.

Sadia’s parents expressed their heartfelt plea as follows:

“We want to give our daughter a healthy life but we don’t have enough means to pay for her surgery. She is in constant pain and discomfort. Please help our daughter in undergoing the surgery.”

The thyroidectomy surgery is necessary for Sadia as it will allow her to focus on her education and improve her quality of life. She will be able to thrive in life without any obstacles.

Your support is the key to unlocking a healthy future for Sadia Nazir. Open your hearts to help Saadia in her time of need and be a light in her darkest hours.

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Sadia Nazir's Story

Sadia Nazir, a 17-year-old girl from Lahore, had been experiencing the challenges of Pendred syndrome since birth. This rare condition causes a combination of sensorineural hearing loss and the development of a goiter. Sadia’s life has been affected by this syndrome for a long time, but in recent years, her condition worsened. Her lump on the front of her neck progressively increased in size. Worried about her health, Sadia’s parents took her to a doctor. After conducting an ultrasound scan and some diagnostic tests, the doctor diagnosed Sadia with Multinodular Goiter (MNG). To address this condition and alleviate her discomfort, the doctor recommended a Subtotal Thyroidectomy. Unfortunately, her family couldn’t afford the surgery.

Sadia lived in a modest three-room rented house with her thirteen family members. Her father and brothers worked as daily wage laborers and earned just enough to meet basic ends. Due to their financial constraints, they were unable to afford the significant cost of her surgery. Saddened by their situation, the family reached out to Transparent Hands for support. After reviewing her case, Transparent Hands registered Sadia and scheduled her surgery.

On November 28, 2024, Sadia was admitted to the Lahore Care Hospital. Dr. Ahmed Fawad performed the Subtotal Thyroidectomy. The procedure was successful, and Sadia’s pain and discomfort began to subside. She stayed in the hospital for two days to recover under expert care and was discharged on November 30, 2024.

Sadia’s parents shared their emotions as follows:

“Our daughter experienced intense pain, but now she can live a normal life. We are forever grateful to you for supporting Sadia’s surgery. Thanks for being there for us!”

Today, Sadia is recovering well and looks forward to a brighter future free from pain. She can now focus on her studies and enjoy life like other teenagers. This change was made possible through your generosity. Sadia’s family extends their heartfelt thanks for your support in giving her a healthy life.