“Look at me now, I am the happiest woman in the world! I walk around with confidence and dignity. Now I can work and change my life.” – Mulu
Obstetric fistula stole Mulu’s joy, confidence and relationships for 17 years.
Today, because of you, Mulu is regaining her health, happiness and sense of self, after receiving surgery at Hamlin’s Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital.
Mulu was born and raised in Benishangul- Gumuz, a north-western region of Ethiopia. She grew up in a small village and, after discovering she was pregnant, was looking forward to welcoming her newborn baby.
But after two agonising days of obstructed labour, Mulu was taken to the nearest hospital for emergency care. Her beautiful baby was stillborn, and she was left incontinent.
Due to the complexity of her injuries, Mulu underwent multiple surgeries over the years.
Finally, in March last year, Mulu returned to Hamlin’s Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital to receive a specialist diversion surgery and her injuries were healed.
I am completely dry after 17 years! I cannot thank all the staff and those who support their work enough.- Mulu
Dr Reg and Catherine Hamlin believed that every woman matters. Mulu’s treatment over the course of 17 years at Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia embodies that ethos and the Hamlin Model of Care remains the cornerstone for every patient’s treatment.
Thanks to your support, women like Mulu are empowered to rebuild their lives.
You can watch Mulu share about her transformation below.
