Anna K., 35

Anna Khatun is a devoted 35-year-old mother who lovingly cares for her husband and their four children despite living in extreme poverty. Her husband, Asaduzzaman, is the family's only earning member, working as an agricultural day laborer and earning only BDT 7,000 per month, which is barely enough to provide food and other basic necessities, making the cost of emergency maternity care impossible to afford. During her 37th week of pregnancy, Anna developed serious complications that placed both her life and her unborn baby's life at risk, requiring immediate hospitalization and close medical supervision. Without timely treatment and safe delivery, the reduced amniotic fluid and premature leaking of water could lead to severe infection, fetal distress, stillbirth, or even the loss of both mother and baby. Anna and her family learned about Helpster Charity through a staff member of Life Care Hospital, giving them hope that she could receive the lifesaving care needed to protect both her and her newborn.

Anna Khatun was admitted to the hospital on 27/05/2026 at 37 weeks of pregnancy due to moderate oligohydramnios and premature rupture of membranes (breaking of water). As these conditions increased the risk of fetal distress, infection, and umbilical cord compression, the doctors performed an emergency Lower Uterine Caesarean Section (LUCS) to ensure the safety of both mother and baby. The surgery was successful, and a healthy baby was delivered safely. Anna received post-operative care, including antibiotics, pain management, and routine monitoring. She recovered well and was discharged on 30/05/2026 in stable condition. Anna and her family sincerely thanked Helpster Charity, its volunteers, and the medical team for their timely financial support and compassionate care, which made the safe treatment and delivery possible.

The treating doctor advised that Lower Uterine Cesarean Section (LUCS) is the safest and most appropriate treatment to protect both Anna and her unborn baby. With timely surgery, the baby can be delivered safely, reducing the risks of infection, fetal distress, birth complications, and maternal health problems, while giving both mother and baby an excellent chance of recovery. If left untreated, the reduced amniotic fluid and premature leaking of water could lead to severe infection, prolonged fetal distress, umbilical cord compression, stillbirth, or even the loss of both the mother and her baby. Early LUCS is essential to ensure a safe delivery and prevent these life-threatening complications.