Kisoro Teenager Bedridden for Two Years, Family Seeks Help After Spinal Injury

Summary:

• Manirunva’s spinal cord got dislocated after being hit by a rolling stone during heavy rains in Nyarusiza Sub-County two years ago.

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KISORO: A 38-year-old man from Buzeyi Village, Rukongi Parish, Nyarusiza Sub-County in Kisoro District is appealing for financial support to help his 14-year-old son, Manirunva Simon who has been bedridden for two years following a life-altering spinal injury.

Manirunva’s spinal cord got dislocated after being hit by a rolling stone during heavy rains in Nyarusiza Sub-County two years ago.

Both Nvuyekure Godfrey the victims father and Champaye Phiona his mother, say their son, Maniruva, the eldest of their five children, has been left paralyzed by the accident. His condition has deteriorated to the point where he cannot move, causing parts of his body, including his buttocks, to develop sores.

The family sought treatment for Simon at St. Francis Mutolere Hospital and Mulago National Referral Hospital. However, his condition has continued to worsen. According to his mother, Phiona, the family has been unable to access advanced treatment due to financial constraints. She revealed that during their time at both hospitals, they largely relied on support from community members.

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Simon’s father, Godfrey, disclosed that he has spent over 20 million shillings on his son’s treatment. He has sold all his land, livestock, and other property and has exhausted the goodwill of the community. Simon was a Primary Three pupil at Rukongi Primary School when the accident occurred.

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Hafasha Fred, an orthopedic doctor, confirmed that he recommended Simon’s referral to Mulago. Unfortunately, the treatment did not yield positive results as the vertebral bones were severely damaged. He recommended that Simon be seen by a spinal surgeon for further advice and possible intervention.

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Dr. Hafasha urged the public to seek immediate medical attention for injuries, emphasizing that delays can lead to complications that are harder to treat.

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To assist the family, please contact Cyimpaye Phiona at 0782285934.