Mst Ruma K., 16

Mst. Ruma Khatun, a 16-year-old girl who dreams of becoming a teacher, had to discontinue her studies after class six because of her family’s poverty, though she still finds joy in singing songs. She lives in a tin-shed house with eight family members, including her parents, siblings, uncle, grandfather, and niece, all supported by her father’s small farming income of only 7,000 BDT per month. Now suffering from severe abdominal pain caused by appendicitis, she can no longer study or enjoy her hobbies. Without urgent surgery, her appendix could rupture, leading to life-threatening infection and even death. Despite her determination and kind spirit, the family cannot afford the treatment cost, leaving her future and even her life at serious risk.

Mst Ruma Khatun Khatun was admitted to the hospital on August 29, 2025, with right sided abdominal pain. After diagnoses, she was found with appendicitis problem. On the same day, doctor conducted Appendicectomy. After four days, she was discharged on September 02, 2025, in good health. Her father and mother came to the hospital to receive her. The family expressed their gratitude to Helpster, Mother Clinic and, Bablu Abdullah for their treatment and support. Her father was especially thankful for the financial assistance provided by Helpster.

Ruma Khatun is exhibiting classic symptoms of acute appendicitis—severe abdominal pain for ten days—requiring immediate appendectomy (surgical removal of the appendix) to prevent rupture. Without urgent surgery, she risks peritonitis, sepsis, or even death due to infection spreading in her abdomen. Early intervention is critical to ensure her full recovery and return to normal life.