Children Cancer Stories by Rukh Yusuf - Blog # 109
Farman Ali is only 2 and half years old. He was a happy and healthy toddler, until one day his mother noticed a lump on his stomach. Parents took it as normal but in few days, Farman seemed to be in pain and his abdomen enlarged a bit. It was not something normal. Parents took him to the hospital, after several tests and multiple visits Farman was diagnosed with Wilms tumor, a type of kidney cancer.
Wilms tumor is a rare type of kidney cancer that most commonly affects children under the age of 5. It is the most common type of kidney cancer in children, accounting for about 60% of all cases.
The symptoms of Wilms tumor can vary depending on the size and location of the tumor. Some common symptoms include:
A lump in the abdomen, Pain in the abdomen, Blood in the urine, Fever, Fatigue, and loss of appetite
If a child is experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to see a doctor right away. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for a good outcome.
The treatment for Wilms tumor typically involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The specific treatment plan will vary depending on the size and location of the tumor, as well as the child's age and overall health. Surgery is usually the first step in the treatment of Wilms tumor. The goal of surgery is to remove the tumor as completely as possible. In some cases, the entire kidney may need to be removed. Chemotherapy is often used after surgery to kill any cancer cells that may have spread to other parts of the body. Radiation therapy may also be used to kill cancer cells.
Farman Ali 's parents were devastated. They didn't know what to do or how to help their son. They followed their health care provider’s advice and treatment was initiated. Farman Ali started chemotherapy right away. The treatments were tough, and Farman Ali often got sick.
One of the biggest challenges that Farman Ali and his family faced was the right nephrectomy that he had to undergo. A nephrectomy is the surgical removal of a kidney. Farman Ali 's right kidney was removed because it was the one that had the Wilms tumor. The nephrectomy was a major surgery, and Farman Ali had to stay in the hospital for several days. He was in a lot of pain, and his mother had to learn how to take care of her child’s new surgical wound.
After the surgery, Farman Ali had to go through a period of rehabilitation. He had to learn how to walk again, and he had to build up his strength.
The rehabilitation process was tough, but Farman Ali’s mother was determined to do everything for her son. She worked hard, and he eventually made a full recovery.
After many months of chemotherapy treatment, Farman Ali was finally in remission. His parents were so happy, and they couldn't wait to get back to their normal life. But family knew that things would never be the same. Farman Ali will have to survive with one kidney, and he was so young, he had a whole life ahead.
Farman Ali 's story is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. With Allah’s grace and the love and support of family and friends, anything is possible.
If you are a parent of a child with cancer, please know that you are not alone. There are many people who care about you and want to help you through this difficult time.
Let’s pray for complete and safe recovery for Farman Ali, may he recover soon. Aameen. May his parents have happy and easy time with him. Aameen
Lots of prayers for Farman Ali and his family. May all the sick children recover soon, and their diseases never come back and may they live normal, healthy life again. Aameen
Note: Names have been changed to protect identity
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