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| Personal details | |
|---|---|
| Name | Gabriel |
| Year of birth | 2012 |
| Place of birth | Nairobi (Mathare slum) |
| Residence | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
Social background:
Gabriel is the second child of 23-year-old Purity. She is a single mother living with her two children in the Mathare slum in Nairobi. She and her children rely on income from casual jobs.
Medical history:
At the age of 4 months, a small swelling was first observed on the right side of Gabriel’s neck; this subsequently grew larger and continues to grow. He was taken to Kenyatta Hospital from time to time, but his mother could not afford regular check-ups.
In the ENT department, he was diagnosed with an extensive cystic hygroma (a fluid-filled cyst) on the carotid artery. This hygroma continues to grow, and Gabriel urgently needs a CT scan and further investigations to clarify the situation, prepare for possible surgery and explore medication options.
With your donation, we can support Gabriel and his mother and help prevent the condition from progressing further.