Sumaira Asim Awaits Cholecystectomy
Sumaira Asim's Story
Sumaira Asim, a 41-year-old woman from Lahore, has been suffering from right upper abdominal pain for many years. She also experiences nausea, and vomiting due to indigestion. Occasionally, her condition confines her to bed and she becomes unable to fulfill her role as a mother. Despite taking medicines for a long time, her condition didn’t settle down. She decided to consult a specialist who ran some diagnostic tests and an ultrasound scan and diagnosed Sumaira with symptomatic gallstones. These are hard crystal-like deposits that form in the gallbladder. To alleviate her pain and discomfort, the doctor advised open cholecystectomy. However, Sumaira’s family can’t afford to pay for her surgery.
If Sumaira doesn’t undergo the surgery soon, her health may continue to deteriorate due to poor dietary intake. Moreover, continued intake of medicines will disturb her stomach.
Sumaira is a single mother of three children and lives in a small brick house. She is the sole breadwinner in the family, works as a housemaid, and earns just PKR 20,000 per month. The death of her husband turned her world upside down and now she survives in extreme poverty. Furthermore, her medical cost is now an additional financial burden for her as she is struggling to cover even essentials. Sumaira feels helpless as she sees no way to get rid of her illness. During this time of need, Sumaira reached out to Transparent Hands and asked us to register her case.
Sumaira said in despair:
“Pain has become my daily reality. I am facing financial hardships and can’t pay for my surgery. Your support can help me overcome this challenge and live without constant suffering. I request your assistance, as it would mean a chance to regain my health and happiness.”
Sumaira awaits cholecystectomy and only you can make this a reality. Your donations can make a meaningful difference in her life. Join hands with us to make a positive impact on Sumaira’s life and enable her to undergo this surgery with hope and determination.
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Sumaira Asim's Story
Sumaira Asim, a 41-year-old woman from Lahore, had been facing persistent right upper abdominal pain for several years. Along with the constant discomfort, she also suffered from nausea and vomiting, which often worsened after meals. The condition made it difficult for her to care for her three children. Despite taking various medications, her condition remained unresolved. Sumaira decided to consult a specialist, who performed diagnostic tests and an ultrasound scan and diagnosed her with symptomatic gallstones. The doctor recommended an open cholecystectomy but its cost was beyond her family’s means.
Sumaira, a single mother, is the sole breadwinner in her household. She works as a housemaid, earning only PKR 20,000 a month, a meager income that barely covers the basic needs of her family. The loss of her husband had left her in a difficult financial situation. Paying for the surgery seemed impossible. During this challenging time, Sumaira reached out to Transparent Hands. After reviewing her case, we immediately registered her case.
On December 03, 2024, Sumaira was admitted to Lahore Care Hospital, where her surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Ahmed Fawad. The procedure went smoothly, and after two days of post-operative care, she was discharged in stable condition on December 05, 2024.
Sumaira expressed her gratitude with deep emotions as follows:
“I was worried about how I would be able to get better, but you made it happen. Your support has given me a second chance to live a healthier life and take care of my children. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
After the successful surgery, Sumaira has found relief from the pain that had consumed her life for years. Her children are overjoyed to see their mother regain her health, and they are filled with hope for the future. Sumaira and her family are extending their deepest gratitude to you.
