Aronna Chandra S., 1

One-month-old Aronna Chandra Shil is a fragile yet precious blessing to his parents, Ripon Chandra Shil and Tulshi Rani Shil, and his two loving sisters, Popy Rani and Opu Rani, who share a small tin-made home in Faridganj, Chandpur. His father earns only BDT 7,500 per month as a hairdresser, and after spending all their savings on Aronna’s long NICU stay, oxygen support, and blood transfusion, the family has no means left to afford the urgent eye treatment he now requires. Despite his difficult start in life, Aronna responds gently to his mother’s touch, and his sisters eagerly wait for the day he can grow up and study like them. Doctors have warned that without immediate treatment for his serious eye condition, he may permanently lose his vision, taking away his chance to see his family and live independently. The family learned about Helpster Charity from Nasima Akhter, Counselor of the Pediatric Unit at Mazharul Haque BNSB Eye Hospital, Chandpur, and now they humbly seek support to save their baby boy’s eyesight and future.

Aronna Chandra Shil, a 1-month-old baby boy, was admitted for urgent management of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in both eyes, a condition that can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated. After thorough evaluation, he received Anti-VEGF injection on 12.02.2026, administered by Dr. Md. Saiful Islam, the hospital’s ROP Specialist. The treatment process was carefully planned and executed, with close monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness. During his stay, his response to the treatment was positive, showing encouraging signs of recovery. The abnormal growth of retinal blood vessels has now been successfully controlled. His retinal condition has improved significantly, and doctors are hopeful that he will develop clear vision in the future. He was discharged in stable condition with advice for regular follow-up, and heartfelt thanks go to Helpster Charity and Helpster Heroes for making this life-changing treatment possible.

According to Dr. Md. Anwar Hossain Sheikh, Chief Consultant, and Dr. Md. Saiful Islam, ROP Specialist at Mazharul Haque BNSB Eye Hospital, Chandpur, Aronna urgently requires Anti-VEGF injections such as Avastin in both eyes, along with close and regular follow-up examinations to monitor retinal development and manage any cataract-related complications. The doctors are hopeful that with timely intervention, the abnormal blood vessel growth can be controlled and his vision can be preserved, allowing him to grow up like other children and attend school alongside his sisters. However, the doctors have clearly warned that any delay in treatment could result in irreversible retinal damage, severe visual impairment, or lifelong blindness. The total cost of the required injection and follow-up care is approximately BDT 18,000, which is far beyond the financial capacity of his struggling family. With the compassionate support of generous donors, Aronna can receive the urgent treatment he needs and be given the priceless gift of sight — the chance to see his parents’ faces, learn from books, and live a hopeful and independent life.