Abbo Teddy Needs Help Of 30 Million To Save Bone Tissue

Abbo Teddy is a Ugandan lady from Tororo in Nagongera living with Sickle Cells who needs help worth 30 Million to get surgery. However, she is a believer and a fighter who has demonstrated unwavering positivity and determination to achieve great things. This has proven to herself and those who believe in her that she can conquer any obstacle. Living with sickle cell disease, her journey has been one of resilience and hope.

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Background and How Teddy Discovered she had Sickle Cells

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Onumu (Paul), Abbo Teddy grew up in a supportive family with loving siblings. Her battle with sickle cell disease began early in life when, at just six months old, she was constantly crying, causing concern for her parents. Frequent hospital visits revealed the need for blood transfusions, and a close family friend, who was a hospital lab attendant, suggested a sickle cell disease test. The test confirmed the diagnosis, and from then on, her life would be shaped by this condition.

The Struggle with Sickle Cell Disease

As she grew older, Abbo Teddy experienced painful crises that affected her daily life. The frequency and intensity of these crises increased over time, making it difficult for her to engage in activities that other children enjoyed. Running, playing outdoors, or even stepping out during cold weather became challenges she had to face.

The impact of sickle cell disease extended to her academic journey, but her determination prevailed. Despite the obstacles, Abbo Teddy graduated with a bachelor’s degree in information technology and was pursuing a master’s in computer forensics at the time of the interview.

What is Teddy suffering from that needs help worth Shs. 30 Million?

During the interview, Abbo Teddy was facing a particularly challenging period, having been bedridden for several months due to an extended painful crisis. After multiple examinations, she was diagnosed with avascular necrosis, which is the death of bone tissues.

“I have been down for 4 months going to 5. At first, we (the family) thought it was just a normal painful crisis, except that this time round it lasted more than 2 months, one of the long periods that we had known. The pain went on and on. In the 3rd month, we decided to go to Mulago, where I was asked to do an x-ray of the hips. I was then diagnosed with avascular necrosis.”

The solution to her condition is a surgical procedure involving the placement of implants in the affected area. To help her get through this difficult time, fundraising efforts were initiated, with any contribution greatly appreciated.

“The solution is to have surgery to place implants in the damaged area. People can help through fundraising which has been put in place, any amount counts and is much appreciated.”

Support and Career Aspirations

Abbo Teddy has been fortunate to receive unwavering support from friends, teachers, fellow students, and well-wishers. Above all, her family has been a pillar of strength, providing love and encouragement throughout her journey.

“I have always had support everywhere I go to, from friends, teachers, fellow students, well-wishers, and mostly from family that happens to be a big amazing family.”

In her pursuit of a career, Abbo Teddy faced challenges with traditional job applications due to her health limitations. This led her to contemplate a different path. She decided to return to school and nurture her entrepreneurial spirit, hoping to establish her own business and become her own boss.

“After I graduated, I tried applying for jobs, though they were all unsuccessful either because I was eligible or because of the limitations like distance and working hours. So I decided to go back to school and hope to have my own business, be my own boss since I understand my body best. I am actually thinking big, hahaha.”

Memorable Moments and Bucket List

Reflecting on her achievements and dreams, Abbo Teddy shares some of the highlights of her life:

“Best moment was when I graduated, never thought I would go that far with being in school for maybe 3 months in a year and the rest at hospitals and home recovering. Yes, I do have a bucket list. I am still alive in my 20s, graduated, made amazing friends. Traveling to London and Giethoorn is pending, but I haven’t achieved it yet. Being a boss lady is also on my list, and I’m working towards it.”

Dealing with Stigma and Building Relationships

Abbo Teddy speaks candidly about the challenges she has faced regarding stigma:

“Am a friendly person who has made friends of both my age group and out. Yes, I used to be stigmatized when the children in the neighborhood used to call me ‘sickle cells.’ Like why would you call me with a condition I have yet I have a name? And I have always met people who have abused me with it if I didn’t want to be friends anymore.”

Favorite Dishes, Songs, and Movies of Abbo Teddy

On a lighter note, Abbo Teddy shares some of her favorite things:

“I love rich dishes, chicken, sausages, matooke, and ‘bwenda.’ Haven’t been to many places, but I hear Jinja has some nice spots. Play me any song by Johnny Drille, and it will get into my heart. Redeeming Love is a good movie.”

How To Help Abbo Teddy Get surgery worth 30 Million

To help Teddy Abbo, you can simply send your funds to her Centenary Bank Account number 3201992128 or via Stanbic Bank 9030019245321. Both accounts are registered under Onumu Paul. Alternatively, you can send money to her phone directly to +256781829152. “People can help me through fundraising which has been put in place,” she adds, “Any amount counts and is much appreciated!”