From Illness to Hope: 7-Year-Old Nigerian Girl Received Bone Marrow Transplant in India
Sickle cell anemia is an inherited blood disorder in which red blood cells that carry oxygen contort into a sickle shape. It is a serious disease which leads to pain crises, infection, and organ damage.
Zainab, a 7-year old girl from Nigeria has been battling sickle cell anemia since infancy. Her condition often brought her and her family in difficult moments filled with pain and uncertainty many times.
Seeking a permanent solution, her family decided to pursue a bone marrow transplant to give her a new life. When they were looking for treatment abroad, they reached out to Medsurge India, a leading medical travel assistance company connecting patients to top hospitals and doctors from all over the world.
One of our dedicated team members connected with the family and understood Zainab’s condition. After a thorough discussion, we suggested them to travel to india as the country has some of the best bone marrow transplant specialists.
Zainab came to India with her mother and consulted Dr. Vikas Dua, a renowned Haematologist and Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist, at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon. After reviewing her condition, Dr. Dua performed bone marrow biopsy with confidence and hope.
Zainab experienced some minor complications after the procedure, but thanks to her mother unwavering will power and positive attitude, she was able to recover quickly. Throughput this challenging journey, her mother remained a constant source of positivity and strength.
Today, Zainab is healthier, living her best life free from pain and complications of sickle cell anemia. Her family is grateful to Dr. Vikas Dua and Medsurge India for their constant support in making this journey possible.
“Thanks to Dr. Vikas Dua and MedSurge India, Zainab’s life has changed for the better. Their care, patience, and encouragement helped us overcome every obstacle, and I am eternally grateful.” – Zainab’s mother
We sincerely wish for her to live a joyful and healthy life, completely free from pain!
