Nigerian woman battling kidney disease cries for help

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The life of 47-year-old Mrs Ugbede took an unexpected turn when she began experiencing unusual symptoms.

At first, she assumed it was due to pregnancy, with hopes of starting a family. However, a visit to Kubwa General Hospital changed her life forever when the doctor said she had

She said the conditions at the hospital were very unbearable, prompting her to explore alternative options. A typical dialysis session will be required at least two or three times a week for 3-5 hours at a designated dialysis centre.However, this lifesaving procedure comes at a heavy financial cost. Each session of dialysis amounts to a staggering N48,600, putting immense pressure on her already strained finances.

“The burden of this kidney disease has weighed heavily on me and my family, both emotionally and financially,” she said. “Please I beg all well-meaning Nigerians to come to my aid and help me carry out the kidney transplant. Any amount will be appreciated.”Chronic kidney disease is a progressive condition that reduces kidney function, that is its ability to filter waste from the blood. Kidney disease often has no symptoms in its early stages and can easily go undetected in most people until it is in its advanced stages.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

 

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