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  1. Request received09/02/2024
  2. Checked & Confirmed26/03/2024
  3. Fundraising03/01/2025
  4. Treatment provided03/03/2024
  5. Invoice paid29/01/2025
  6. Case closed04/03/2025

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Awal Damilare M., 4

Report published
Health Problem

Urology

Poverty Rating

128

Required Amount

$295

Thank you for saving this life!

$295/$295

100%

Divine Amazing Grace Hospital

2 Musari Apena St, Airport Rd, off local, Shogunle, Ikeja 102214, Lagos, Nigeria

Background

Awal is a 4-year-old boy who lives in a rented apartment with his two siblings. His dad works as an electrician, and his mom is a tailor. The trouble started when Awal's mom noticed after he was born that his left testicle was missing from the sac in his groin area, and sometimes it swells up there. The doctors say he has a condition called left undescended testicle, which means the testicle didn't move down into its proper place. He needs surgery to fix it, but his family can't afford it because they don't have enough money. They've come to Helpster for free treatment.

Medical history

Awal was diagnosed with Undescended Testes, and his parent did not have the funds to treat. When he presented to the Divine Amazing Grace, having heard of the free treatment, he was examined and admitted for surgery. Surgical correction was performed successfully, and he recovered well. Later discharged home with his parent. They were happy and grateful to Helpster Charity.

Outcome

Treatment for undescended testis typically involves surgery, known as orchiopexy. During this procedure, a surgeon relocates the testicle from its abnormal position in the abdomen or groin into the scrotum. This helps promote normal testicular development and function. Treatment is essential to prevent long-term complications, especially if the condition is identified in early childhood.