Most Rafiya A., 10

Most Rafiya Akter is a bright and determined 10-year-old student who lives with her parents Md. Abdur Razzak, a poor farmer, and Moriom Begum, along with her younger brother Md. Firoj Miah, in a family that survives on a monthly income of only 9,000 taka. Despite financial hardship, Rafiya remains hopeful, enjoys playing with friends, and dreams of completing her education to become a teacher. She has been suffering from a right-sided inguinal hernia for the past two years, but surgery was repeatedly delayed due to the family’s inability to afford treatment. Recently, her pain has become severe, putting her at risk of complications such as intestinal obstruction or strangulation, which could become life-threatening if left untreated. After learning from a public poster that Helpster Charity supports surgical care for poor patients, her father contacted Bablu Abdullah, a Helpster volunteer, seeking urgent assistance to save his daughter from further suffering and danger.

Most Rafiya Akter had been suffering from lower right-sided abdominal pain for the last two years. After medical evaluation, she was diagnosed with a right-sided inguinal hernia. The doctor advised surgery, but her father was unable to proceed due to financial constraints. After learning about Helpster Charity, her father met with Bablu Abdullah and explained the situation. Bablu Abdullah then advised him to submit all necessary documents to Jamuna Clinic. After receiving approval, she was admitted to the hospital on April 16, 2026, and a herniotomy surgery was performed on the same day. Following the surgery, she remained in good condition. After five days of postoperative care, she was discharged on April 22, 2026, in good health. At the time of discharge, her father and mother came to the hospital to receive her. The family expressed their sincere gratitude to Helpster, Jamuna Clinic, and Md. Abdullah Miah for their dedicated treatment and continuous support. Her mother was especially thankful to Helpster for the financial assistance provided during the treatment.

According to the doctor’s prognosis, herniotomy with herniorrhaphy is the definitive and curative treatment for Rafiya’s right-sided inguinal hernia. Successful surgery will relieve her pain, prevent recurrence, and allow her to return to normal activities, including school and play, without physical limitation. Early surgical repair will also eliminate the risk of serious complications and support her healthy growth and development. If the condition is left untreated, the hernia may become incarcerated or strangulated, leading to severe pain, bowel obstruction, or life-threatening intestinal damage. Delay in treatment could result in emergency surgery with higher risk and long-term health consequences for the child.