Save Fizza Fatima's Little Heart

Save Fizza Fatima’s Little Heart

Fizza Fatima's Story

Fizza Fatima, a 4-year-old girl from Bahawalpur, has been living with a heart condition since birth. From a very young age, Fizza has experienced cyanosis and difficulty breathing, even during mild to moderate physical activity. Her parents first became aware of her condition when she was just 1 year old.

After numerous diagnostic tests and a thorough medical evaluation, doctors have diagnosed Fizza with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) – a serious congenital heart defect that requires immediate surgical intervention. Fizza’s doctors have advised her to undergo primary repair of TOF, a critical open-heart surgery that could save her life and give her a chance at a healthy future.

Fizza lives in a modest two-room house in Bahawalpur with her parents and one sibling. Her father works as a daily wage laborer, earning a monthly income of 28,000 PKR. This income is the sole source of support for the entire family, leaving them unable to afford the expenses of Fizza’s urgently needed surgery.

Fizza’s father, with a heavy heart, shared, “I can’t bear the thought of losing my daughter so early in life. Her condition is deteriorating, and we are running out of time. With your generous support, you can help us fulfill Fizza’s dreams and give her the chance to grow up and lead a healthy, happy life. Please, help us.”

Fizza’s family has reached out to Transparent Hands, in the hope of securing the necessary funds for her open-heart surgery. Every moment counts, and Fizza’s only chance at a healthy future lies in the successful completion of this critical procedure.

We implore you to contribute, no matter how small the amount, to help Fizza Fatima receive the life-saving treatment she desperately needs. Your donation can make a profound difference in this young girl’s life, allowing her to thrive and fulfill her dreams. Together, let us bring hope and healing to Fizza and her family.

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Muhammad Adeel Yaqoob

Donated: $ 160.98

Fizza Fatima's Story

Fizza Fatima, a 4-year-old innocent girl from Bahawalpur, had been suffering from breathlessness and chest discomfort since birth. Fizza looked frail and was unable to gain weight properly. Her parents came to know about her condition when she was 1 year old. Concerned about her condition, her parents took her to a nearby hospital and consulted a doctor. After performing a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed Fizza with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). To allow her heart to function normally, the doctor recommended TOF repair surgery. However, the surgical cost was overwhelming for Fizza’s family.

Fizza lives in a two-room brick house with her four family members. Her father, the sole breadwinner in the family, is a daily wage laborer and earns just PKR 28000 per month. This income was not sufficient to even meet the household expenses. Paying for the surgery was significantly challenging for Fizza’s family. Fizza’s body was not getting the oxygen it needed, leading to frequent episodes of cyanosis, where her lips and skin often turned blue. Fizza’s parents constantly worried about her health as simple activities like playing or even walking left her breathless and fatigued. During this dark hour, Fizza’s family contacted Transparent Hands and asked us for help. We registered her case and through the support of our donors, we helped Fizza in undergoing the life-changing surgery. On 26th June 2024, Fizza was admitted to the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital. The surgery was scheduled for 27th June 2024. Her TOF repair surgery was performed by Dr. Faiz Rasool. He skillfully performed the procedure and saved Fizza’s life. Fizza was hospitalized for five days and received post-operative care. After a remarkable recovery, Fizza was discharged in satisfactory condition on 1st July 2024. Fizza’s parents were overwhelmed with happiness and said: “We don’t have words to describe how happy we are. Watching Fizza living a normal life like other kids is extremely comforting. For a long time, we were praying for a miracle and our prayers have been answered now. We can’t forget your generous support during our time of need. Thanks a lot for being there!” Fizza is now living a happy life as her surgery has enabled her to enjoy the cherished moments of her childhood. Fizza and her family are deeply grateful to you and the Pakistan Children’s Heart Foundation who contributed for her surgery and saved her life.