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Help Refilwe pay for emergency hernia repair at East London University Hospital

A scheduled emergency hernia repair in June is out of reach without help covering $950 of the cost.

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Megan N. Ndlovu
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East London
Refilwe was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in April. The surgeon at East London University Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and She is scheduled for June. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,250, and after what my employer's plan will pay we're still $950 short. my daughter has been in and out of East London University Hospital since April. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without emergency hernia repair. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,250 is more than we can find. While we wait, Refilwe struggles with daily life and can't climb stairs. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 7 weeks. During that time Refilwe won't be able to climb stairs, so the costs keep growing. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $950 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 • Post-operative medication: $120 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $540 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $120 • Physiotherapy sessions: $120 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-08-12
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Shafiq Tanvir AliPhoto verified

    Rooting for you, Megan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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