At just five years old, Tharun Kumar from Chennai is facing another battle with heart disease. Having already undergone a heart procedure as an infant, this little boy now needs another intervention to protect his health and give him the opportunity to enjoy a normal, happy childhood.
Tharun Kumar's struggle began in 2022, when he was just two months old. At an age when he should have been peacefully resting in his mother's arms, he developed severe breathing difficulties. His worried parents rushed him to Government Stanley Hospital, desperately hoping to find relief for their newborn son.
He was subsequently referred to a free cardiac screening camp conducted by MIOT Hospitals, where doctors identified a congenital heart condition. Tharun underwent a Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Ligation Procedure, giving his family renewed hope for his future.
After overcoming this difficult beginning, Tharun continued to grow, bringing happiness and hope to his parents. Unfortunately, their worries have returned.
During a recent routine medical follow-up, doctors discovered that Tharun has a moderate-sized Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) with a left-to-right shunt, a condition in which an opening between the upper chambers of the heart allows abnormal blood flow.
Following a detailed evaluation, doctors have recommended an elective ASD Device Closure procedure to close the opening and help prevent future complications.
Tharun's father, Mr. Madhan Raj, is a daily-wage labourer earning approximately ₹500 per day. His income is uncertain, and every day's earnings are needed to provide food and meet the family's essential expenses.
For a father who works tirelessly to support his family, arranging ₹2,00,000 for his son's heart procedure is an overwhelming challenge.
He has already witnessed his little son undergo a heart procedure once. Now, faced with another medical challenge, his greatest wish is simple: to see Tharun recover, grow stronger, attend school, play with other children, and enjoy the childhood every child deserves.
Unfortunately, despite his determination and hard work, he cannot arrange the required funds alone.
The estimated cost of Tharun Kumar's ASD Device Closure procedure is ₹2,00,000.
For many of us, childhood is filled with laughter, friendships, school activities, and dreams about the future. For Tharun's family, the immediate priority is ensuring that his little heart receives the treatment it needs.
With timely medical care, Tharun can have a better opportunity to grow up healthy and pursue his dreams without the burden of an untreated heart condition.
Your contribution, no matter how small, can bring his family one step closer to arranging this essential procedure.
Together, we can help ease the financial burden on his parents and give Tharun the chance to look forward to a healthier, brighter future.
Tharun has already faced more medical challenges than most children his age. With your generosity and compassion, we can help him overcome this next hurdle.
Please come forward and support Tharun Kumar's heart procedure. Every donation matters, and every act of kindness brings hope to his family.
You can contribute directly through the following bank account:
Account Name: Dotogether Foundation
Bank Name: IDFC FIRST Bank
Account Number: 10137533382
IFSC Code: IDFB0080536
UPI ID: Dotogethe.09@idfcbank
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Let's come together to give Tharun Kumar the precious gift of a healthier childhood and a future filled with possibilities.
With regards,
Let's Contribute Team