Posted by 45 YO, Ms. Jennifer EffiongAkinfala was looking out for experienced cancer surgeon to treat her breast cancer condition back home in Nigeria. An online search led her to post her query on the Help to Heal Foundation website. She wanted to know the best doctors who could cure her breast cancer and put her on the road to recovery.
Ms. Kauser responded to her online query and got in touch with her. She inquired about her medical condition and received her medical reports as well through mail. Ms. Jennifer’s main symptoms included unexplained redness, skin irritation, swelling, rash on the breast accompanied by itching. She referred the case to Dr. Sandeep Nayak of Fortis Hospital, Bangalore.
Dr. Sandeep Nayak assessed her condition through the medical reports and agreed to treat her. Hence, she would have to travel to India for the same. Ms. Jennifer’s family agreed for the same and hence Ms. Kauser promptly processed their travel papers. Their travel papers included opinion letter, visa invitation letter, airport pick up and so on. Ms. Jennifer was accompanied by her sister. They arrived in India on December 3, 2020.
Dr. Sandeep Nayak suggested chemotherapy followed by mastectomy or breast conservation surgery after a fresh round of medical investigations and check up was through. Hence, Ms. Jennifer has undergone chemotherapy sessions and is currently in India till the completion of her treatment.