Korishe A., 12

Korishe Akter Keya is a bright, hardworking, and determined 12-year-old girl who dreams of becoming a schoolteacher and making her parents proud through education. She lives with her parents and younger brother, and her father is a poor farmer whose limited income is barely enough to provide food and other basic necessities, making it impossible for the family to afford the surgery she urgently needs. She has been suffering from a severe throat infection that has caused persistent pain, difficulty swallowing, and a constant sensation of something stuck in her throat, and without timely treatment, the infection may spread to the deep tissues of the neck or bloodstream, causing airway blockage, severe infection, and other potentially life-threatening complications. The family learned about Helpster Charity through Abdul Alim, who referred them to Bablu Abdullah for assistance, giving them hope when they had no other way to pay for her treatment.

According to the treating doctor, incision and drainage (I&D) of the peritonsillar abscess is the recommended treatment to remove the collection of pus, eliminate the infection, and relieve pain and difficulty swallowing. The procedure is expected to reduce the infection, improve her ability to eat and speak comfortably, and prevent the condition from recurring or worsening. However, if left untreated, the infection may spread to the deep tissues of the neck or bloodstream, leading to severe infection, airway obstruction, difficulty breathing, and other potentially life-threatening complications. Early surgical treatment and proper follow-up care offer the best chance for a full recovery and a healthy future.