Support Sundas Iftikhar's Hernia Treatment

Support Sundas Iftikhar’s Hernia Treatment

Sundas Iftikhar's Story

Sundas Iftikhar, a 30-year-old resident of Lahore, has been grappling with a persistent and debilitating health issue for some time now. For the past few months, she has been experiencing pain in her lower abdomen, accompanied by a growing lump in the central region of her belly. The swelling around her umbilicus has also been steadily increasing in size, causing her significant discomfort and concern.

Sundas sought the expertise of a general surgeon, who, after a thorough examination and diagnostic tests, including an ultrasound, diagnosed her with a paraumbilical hernia. The doctor has now advised Sundas to undergo a mesh hernioplasty, a surgical procedure to repair the hernia, as well as an abdominal lipectomy to address the excess skin and fat in the affected area.

Sundas lives in a modest two-room house in Lahore, together with her husband and their two young children. Her husband is a daily wage earner, with an approximate monthly income of PKR 30,000. However, the family’s financial obligations are substantial, with utility bills amounting to PKR 2,500 and school fees for the children, costing PKR 7,000 per month.

“This hernia has been a constant source of pain and discomfort for me, and it has significantly impacted my ability to fulfill my duties as a wife and mother,” Sundas shares, her voice laced with concern. “I long for the day when I can be free of this condition and regain my full health and vitality, but the cost of the recommended procedures is simply beyond our means.”

Sundas’ husband is desperate to help his wife, but with the family’s limited resources, he is unable to afford the surgical expenses. Sundas and her family are now turned to the generosity of donors via Transparent Hands to help cover the cost of the mesh hernioplasty and abdominal lipectomy, which are crucial for her recovery and well-being.

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Sundas Iftikhar's Story

Sundas Iftikhar, a 30-year-old resident of Lahore, was experiencing sharp abdominal pain and a lump in the central region of her belly. The lump kept growing in size and gave her extreme discomfort. She visited the local hospital and received a medical consultation. After running some diagnostic tests and an ultrasound scan, the doctor diagnosed Sundas with Paraumbilical Hernia. The doctor recommended a mesh hernioplasty, a surgical procedure to repair the hernia as well as an abdominal lipectomy to remove the excess fat and loose skin in the affected area. The cost of the surgery was beyond her family's financial capacity.

Sundas lives in a small house with her husband, two children, and in-laws. Her husband works as a daily wager and makes PKR 30,000 monthly. He hardly manages the household bills and educational expenses. The financial strain of the Sundas's surgery weighed heavily on her husband. However, Sundas desperately needed the surgery as she couldn’t care for her children and carry out her routine tasks.

Due to their financial hardships, Sundas's family reached out to Transparent Hands and asked us to register her case. Thanks to the kind-hearted donors, Sundas was able to undergo the surgery.

On 27-06-2024, Sundas Iftikhar was admitted to Lahore Care Hospital. Dr. Ahmed Fawad performed her Mesh Hernioplasty + Lipectomy procedure. The surgery was a remarkable success and Sundas was discharged in a stable condition on 29-06-2024. During her stay in the hospital, she received essential medications and critical care.

Sundas described her happiness as follows:

"Your generosity eased my hardships. I am at a loss for words to describe my happiness. I can't believe my intense pain and discomfort have gone now. You have changed my life. Thank you so much!"

The successful Hernioplasty significantly alleviated her pain and improved her ability to participate in daily activities. She can now take care of her children and engage in an active lifestyle without the limitations imposed by the hernia.

Your support transformed Sundas's life and enabled her to face the challenges of life with courage. From the bottom of our hearts, we are grateful to you as you made a lasting impact on the life of Sundas Iftikhar.