Zarina Babar Has Found Relief After Thyroid Surgery

Zarina Babar's Story

Zarina Babar, a 35-year-old woman from Lahore, had been suffering from persistent pain and swelling in the front of her neck for months. What began as a mild discomfort gradually became a major obstacle in her daily life. Basic tasks like eating and swallowing became increasingly difficult. Worried about her worsening condition, Zarina visited a nearby hospital to seek medical help. After undergoing a detailed ultrasound and several lab tests, the doctors diagnosed her with a cold nodule — a non-functioning thyroid nodule that does not produce hormones. To manage her condition, her doctor advised a left lobectomy with isthmusectomy, but the surgical cost was out of her family’s reach.

Zarina lives with her husband and three children in a modest rented house in Lahore. She is a dedicated housewife who manages the household while her husband works hard as a daily wage laborer, earning just PKR 40,000 per month. Their limited income is barely enough to cover rent, groceries, school fees, and other basic needs, leaving no room for major medical expenses. Desperate for help, Zarina reached out to Transparent Hands. After carefully reviewing her case, we registered her.

Zarina was admitted to Evercare Hospital on March 24, 2025, where her diagnosis was reviewed to multinodular goiter and subtotal thyroidectomy was performed by Dr. Ahmed Fawad. The operation went smoothly, and she was discharged in stable condition on March 26, 2025.

Zarina expressed her gratitude as follows:

“I used to feel a constant weight on my neck. Every meal and every word I spoke came with pain and fear. But now, I feel light, relieved, and hopeful. Thank you for giving me a chance to live comfortably again.”

Zarina is now free from the discomfort and anxiety that had been consuming her life. She is recovering well and feeling more confident each day.

This life-changing surgery was made possible by your kind support. Thank you for giving Zarina the gift of health, comfort, and hope for a better tomorrow.