Oluwakemisola Victoria A., 17

Victoria is a bright 17-year-old secondary school student with dreams of becoming a writer. Despite facing bullying at school, Victoria continues to hold on to her dreams. She was still a child when her mother noticed a small soft tissue growth on her neck. She initially tried treating it with traditional medicine, but the growth continued. When Victoria was 13, her mother took her to a hospital program for treatment, but her age made her ineligible. They later visited a local government hospital, where the required tests alone cost ₦204,000, which the family could not afford. After hearing about Helpster through their church, her mother decided to seek help for Victoria’s treatment. Upon presentation at Fajip, she was evaluated and examined done revealed a soft tissue mass on the left lateral side on her next. Awaiting definitive diagnosis after imaging report and biopsy.

Akinola V. presents with a slow-growing soft tissue mass on her neck present for 10 years, gradually increasing in size with localized pain on pressure and itching. Persistent neck growths pose risks of further expansion, progressive discomfort, and compression of surrounding vital structures. Diagnostic evaluation and surgical excision are required as it directly affects quality of life and carries a risk of malignancy (cancer). The prognosis following surgical intervention (excision) is very favorable. Prompt removal will alleviate pain and itching, prevent compression, eliminate discomfort, and markedly improve overall quality of life while mitigating future risks.