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Felix Omondi, 36, battles sickle cell disease and kidney failure, seeks life-saving transplant
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Felix Omondi, 36, who was born with sickle cell disease, the same condition that claimed his elder brother's life, is now facing critical health challenges. After five years of battling chronic kidney disease, his creatinine levels have surged past 1,000 碌mol/L, necessitating emergency dialysis. Doctors have indicated that a kidney transplant is Felix's best chance for survival, as blood transfusions are not a sustainable long-term solution due to associated risks. His kidneys have also stopped producing enough erythropoietin, further complicating his condition. The transplant is scheduled for August 2026 at Aga Khan University Hospital. Felix and his family are currently raising KSh 5,000,000 to cover the costs of the surgery, hospital bills, medication, and post-transplant care. Despite a lifetime of pain crises and hospital admissions, Felix remains determined, stating, "I have never stopped believing that tomorrow could be better." Those wishing to contribute can do so via M-Pesa Paybill Number 4816197, using their name as the account reference. Further information is available by contacting +254 715 788 383.
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