Help Us Fill Maham’s World with Sounds

Maham Fatima's Story

Maham Fatima, a resilient two-year-old from Vehari, finds herself trapped in a world of silence, longing to embrace the beauty of sound. Born with a profound hearing impairment, she is unable to experience the laughter of her loved ones or the melodies that fill the air. Communication, a fundamental human need, remains elusive to her. Can you fathom a life devoid of sound?

After a series of tests, Maham Fatima was diagnosed with congenital sensorineural hearing loss, but there is hope on the horizon. Her doctor has recommended cochlear implant surgery, a revolutionary procedure that has the potential to transform her world entirely.

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Maham Fatima resides in a joint family household with her parents and one sibling. Her father, the sole breadwinner, earns a modest income of just 45,000 PKR per month. The weight of utility bills amounting to 6,000 PKR and the daily expenses of running a household make it nearly impossible for them to afford the additional cost of the life-changing surgery. Her father’s words reflect his anguish:

“As I witness my daughter’s struggle with her hearing impairment, a profound sadness engulfs me. The financial burden we face only deepens my despair, knowing that we have no savings to cover the cost of her surgery.”

With hope in their hearts and an earnest plea, Maham Fatima’s family has turned to Transparent Hands. In their desperate search for a lifeline, they seek to offer their daughter the extraordinary gift of hearing and the promise of a brighter future. Without the means to afford the surgery, Maham Fatima’s life will remain shrouded in silence. Together, let us rewrite her story.

Through your generous contributions, we can transform her world, providing her with the chance to embrace sound and unlock limitless possibilities. Your support will make a profound difference, offering Maham Fatima the gift of hearing and the opportunity for a life filled with the beauty of sound.

Please Note: In certain situations, we proceed with the patient's surgery/medical procedure despite incomplete funding displayed on the website. Following the surgery/medical procedure, we persist in collecting funds and maintain the campaign on the website until funding is secured in full. Hospitals have granted us a grace period for bill payment.

Maham Fatima's Story

A two-year-old girl named Maham Fatima from Vehari yearned to break free from the confines of silence. From the moment she was born, she faced the challenge of profound hearing impairment, unable to partake in the symphony of laughter and melodies that filled the air around her.

After undergoing various tests, Maham Fatima received a diagnosis of congenital sensorineural hearing loss. However, amidst the diagnosis, a glimmer of hope emerged. Maham's doctor recommended cochlear implant surgery, a potential pathway to a world filled with the wonders of sound. Sadly, her father found himself unable to bear the financial burden of the surgery, prompting Maham's family to turn to Transparent Hands for support.

With compassionate assistance, Maham was admitted to GIMS Hospital, Gambat. On February 20, 2024, the skilled hands of Dr. Maqbool implanted the internal component of the cochlear implant, igniting a spark of hope within Maham's heart. After just two days, she was discharged from the hospital, her spirit brimming with newfound optimism.

Six weeks later, the external component of the cochlear implant was carefully fitted, bridging the gap between silence and the vibrant realm of sound. Supported by a series of speech therapy sessions, Maham started a captivating journey of discovery, learning to decipher the intricacies of language and communicate with clarity.

Under the guidance of dedicated therapists, Maham's world transformed into a tapestry of connection and understanding. Each therapy session unveiled the mysteries of speech, empowering her to unlock the power of expression and foster deep connections with her loved ones. The magic of speech therapy enabled Maham to navigate the intricacies of conversation, infusing her world with renewed vitality and embracing the beauty that surrounded her.

The impact of the cochlear implant and speech therapy extended beyond mere medical intervention. It heralded a profound transformation in Maham's life, empowering her to rise above the shadows of silence. With each word spoken and heard, Maham's journey embodied the indomitable spirit of resilience and the transformative power of hope.