By Ciara Baumgartner | Fundraising Officer
During a recent community screening in the small village Wolkitae town three of Asma's children were screened for trachoma,a highly contagious, painful eye disease that can cause blindness and unfortunately, Neima and Sitra showed clear signs of active trachoma.
Trachoma takes away the joy of play and exploration from young children like Neima (3 years) and Sitra (6 years). Unlike other children their age, they can't join their friends in the village or enjoy the outdoors because the bright sunlight causes them pain. Sadly, Sitra is also unable to attend school, missing out on valuable learning experiences.
Luckily, both sisters were administered Tetracycline Eye Ointment by Orbis to treat their current eye infection. Asma is also shown how to apply the ointment twice daily.Asma is relieved and grateful that her daughters have been diagnosed and treated for trachoma, easing her worries. She now understands the importance of hygiene and emphasizes the need to keep their neighbourhood, toilets, and courtyard clean to protect the community from trachoma. With this newfound awareness, Asma is determined to prevent the spread of the disease and ensure the well-being of everyone around them.
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