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This Is My Daughter's Last Chance To Survive, Will You Help Us?
Punam was 4 months old when her parents discovered she had a cardiac problem. 9 years old, this little girl has been fighting the longest and most terrifying battle of her life. Her parents have gone to every corner of the country to find a cure for their daughter. Now, Punam has a chance at a long healthy life, but the cost is unaffordable to these parents who live on Rs. 2500/month income.
Anup Das and his wife Bindu live in one of the low-income pockets of Kolkatta. Although Anup’s income from his job at a ration store is very meager, he took up other odd jobs a few times to source a few hundred rupees for the household. When their daughter Punam was born, this family was engulfed in joy. 4 months later, Punam came down with a cold and fever when a local medical college diagnosed her with a heart disease. She got on medication again to manage the problem.
“When she was 5, we realized that the medicine was not helping. She began to faint even if she walked a few steps. She kept falling sick frequently. Although we consulted local doctors, nobody really helped us. So, we booked a train and went to a hospital in Bangalore. The doctors there said her condition was extremely critical and the age made it difficult to operate on her. We have been turned away not just from there but another hospital in Andhra which also said she had to be on a waiting list for 12-13 years. They did not think she had that much time.”
Punam’s case was referred to a local doctor for a follow-up and she got back on medical management. Meanwhile, a few patients Bindu encountered suggested Manipal as an option for Punam. Luckily, doctors at Manipal were at a camp in West Bengal. A consultation urged Bindu to prioritize Punam’s health and think about funding later, as Punam’s condition was deteriorating.
“The doctor evaluated her condition and said it was too late, that if we had come to Manipal when we were in Bangalore long ago, we could have avoided all these complications. He ran a few tests to see if Punam was eligible for surgery and if she had a shot at life. We must thank our graces. The doctor returned with hopeful news. She has a good chance at recovering from this condition if we go for the surgery as soon as possible. But reality hit us right then. Funds.”
Unfortunately, Rs. 4.35 lakh is a price the family is unable to afford on their current income. They had to take loans from friends and family, sell what little assets they possessed to fulfill Rs. 40,000 worth medical bills in Bangalore, Puttaparthi and Kolkata. They are currently scrambling around for funds without anyone to help.
“We send Punam to a school nearby. She is in 1st class. The teachers understand her condition and do not pressure her. It is just so that she does not get lazy or throw tantrums. She should also get in the groove of going to school and not feel sick all the time. But, I must keep an eye on her like a hawk. If she walks a few too many steps, Punam faints or needs to sleep for a while. She turns hypoxic every now and then. She has a fever every week and over-the-counter medicines never help her. We must go to the doctor for heavier doses. I cannot allow her to play with other children because she’d contract infections or get exhausted very soon.”
It has been a difficult childhood for Punam. She has not been able to enjoy her life like children should. She gets angry at times and expresses everything to her mother. She often wonders why there are so many restrictions on her and not the other children. Yes, Punam is aware of her condition, but she is also a strong-minded child who comforts her mother and says, “I’m going to get better. God is with me.”
Prove Punam right. Give her the childhood and the life she never had. Help this child get the surgery that can save her life and add healthy years.
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13th September 2017
Dear supporters,
We all came together to help 9-year-old Punam Das undergo an open heart surgery. Despite the best efforts of the hospital, Punam's parents did not consent to the surgery due to personal reasons.
Here is a letter from the hospital:
Venkatesh, a teacher from Kolar is raising funds for his 11-year-old. Varshit was admitted to the hospital for dengue and multi-organ failure. The family has already taken loans for his expenses but has exhausted the amount. They are unable to arrange the rest of the amount and were seeking support so Varshit can live a healthy life. Upon the consent of doctor, funds raised through Punam will be used to help Varshit.
Varshit's campaign- https://milaap.org/fundraisers/help-varshith
We request you to write to us if you have any concerns within 7 days, post which we will transfer the funds to Varshit's campaign to help him with the treatment.
We all came together to help 9-year-old Punam Das undergo an open heart surgery. Despite the best efforts of the hospital, Punam's parents did not consent to the surgery due to personal reasons.
Here is a letter from the hospital:
Venkatesh, a teacher from Kolar is raising funds for his 11-year-old. Varshit was admitted to the hospital for dengue and multi-organ failure. The family has already taken loans for his expenses but has exhausted the amount. They are unable to arrange the rest of the amount and were seeking support so Varshit can live a healthy life. Upon the consent of doctor, funds raised through Punam will be used to help Varshit.
Varshit's campaign- https://milaap.org/fundraisers/help-varshith
We request you to write to us if you have any concerns within 7 days, post which we will transfer the funds to Varshit's campaign to help him with the treatment.
26th May 2017
Dear Supporters.
We are immensely happy to share this update with you all.
We are immensely happy to share this update with you all.
Punam is at home right now. She will be visiting the hospital in June end for her operation.
She is in Kolkata right now with her family.
She is in Kolkata right now with her family.
Her mother has informed us that she is slightly feverish these days and is on medication.
Other than that, Punam is doing fine. She has been attending her school. She has summer vacations going right now.
Punam has been eating properly and is lively on most days.
Her mother is thankful for the wonderful support everyone has shown for her little girl.
Her mother is thankful for the wonderful support everyone has shown for her little girl.
Regards,
Team Milaap.
Team Milaap.
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Get well soon!!!! Give your blessings to my younger brother for his studies.
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I lost my child as there is no treatment available for her on this Earth but sure you deserve to live long angel. God bless you with all good.
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madhav
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Aditya
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Get well soon!!!! Give your blessings to my younger brother for his studies.
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Rajib
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Rs.5,000
about 1 year ago
Mohan
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Rs.500
about 1 year ago
I lost my child as there is no treatment available for her on this Earth but sure you deserve to live long angel. God bless you with all good.
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