Empower Sultan Shah with Lateral Sphincterotomy
Syed Sultan Shah's Story
Syed Sultan Shah, a 40-year-old man from Karachi, has been suffering from perianal discharge for the past 4 years. Sultan faces painful defecation and discomfort which makes it hard for him to have a normal and healthy life. His daily activities and work life are immensely affected by his illness. Sultan went to a local hospital to consult a doctor. After performing some lab tests, the doctor diagnosed him with a Fissure in Ano. It is commonly known as an anal fissure and is a small tear in the lining of the anal canal. To relieve him of his discomfort and pain, the doctor recommended lateral sphincterotomy – an operation to treat an anal fissure. However, the cost of the surgery is out of his financial capacity.
If Sultan does not undergo lateral sphincterotomy for a fissure in ano, he may experience bowel movement issues, potential development of anal spasms, and significant lifestyle limitations. Over time, the condition may worsen, resulting in more complications such as infections and abscess formation.
Sultan lives in a two-room rented house with his wife and one child. He is a daily wage laborer and is the sole breadwinner of the family. His monthly income of PKR 22000 is insufficient to manage their house rent amounting to PKR 4000, utility bills as well as other living expenses. For Sultan, timely management of his chronic illness is a crucial concern but his financial hardships are making it impossible for him to undergo the surgery. A day came in Sultan’s life when a well-wisher told him about Transparent Hands. Sultan reached out to us and asked for help.
Sultan expressed his emotions as follows:
“I am experiencing severe pain that doesn’t allow me to concentrate at work. As the sole provider for my family, I’m afraid of losing my capacity to support them. Your donations can help me. Kindly support me in undergoing the surgery.”
This surgery is necessary for Sultan, who has been battling health issues for a long time. He deserves to live a pain-free and healthy life. We request you to be a source of hope during Sultan’s time of need. Only you can provide him with the opportunity to overcome his illness and enjoy an improved quality of life.
Join hands with us and contribute to Sultan’s recovery.
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Syed Sultan Shah's Story
Syed Sultan Shah, a 40-year-old resident of Karachi, had been living with severe discomfort due to perianal discharge for the past four years. Persistent pain during defecation had affected his quality of life. Eventually, he visited a local hospital and consulted a doctor. After performing a thorough examination, the doctor diagnosed him with a Fissure in Ano—a small but painful tear in the lining of the anal canal. The doctor recommended lateral sphincterotomy to relieve the symptoms and restore normal function. However, the cost of the surgery was more than what Sultan could manage.
Sultan lives in a two-room rented house with his wife and one child. He works as a daily wage laborer and is the sole provider for his family. With a monthly income of just PKR 22,000, he struggles to meet basic needs. Their house rent along with utility bills and food costs, leaves little room for medical expenses. With no other option, Sultan reached out to Transparent Hands for help. After listening to his concerns, we quickly registered his case.
Sultan was admitted to Altamash Hospital, Karachi. On February 18, 2025, Dr. Abdul Waheed performed the lateral sphincterotomy successfully. The procedure was smooth, and Sultan found relief from his pain and discomfort. After receiving post-operative care, he was discharged in satisfactory condition on February 19, 2025.
After years of pain, Sultan can finally return to his daily life without discomfort. He shared his thoughts as follows:
"After suffering for a long time, I’ve finally found relief. Thank you for helping me when I had no one to turn to. Your support has brought comfort back into my life.”
Through your donations, Sultan has regained his health and dignity. You’ve made a meaningful difference in his life and restored his hope for a better future.
Sultan’s family will never forget your generosity.
