Egyptian boy Hossam needs Dhs7.5m to restore his smiles as rare muscular disease is stealing his ability to walk

 All Hossam Mahmoud, an Egyptian child, wants is to experience a childhood like any other running, playing, laughing with his family, and coming home tired from fun, not illness.

Yet, Duchenne muscular dystrophy is stealing these simple joys from him every day, leaving his family with the heart-wrenching question: how can they save their son before he loses his ability to move?

He dreams of a life as carefree as his friends', walking, playing, and running with them. However, this devastating disease is slowly deteriorating his muscles, threatening to take away both his childhood and his future.

Hossam battles with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare genetic disorder. The symptoms have become obvious; muscle weakness forces him to walk on tiptoes. His family is torn between the agony of his condition and the fear that it will advance to a stage where treatment becomes even more challenging.

Hossam urgently needs gene therapy costing Dhs10.6 million. His family has managed to raise Dhs3.1 million so far, leaving them with Dhs7.5 million still needed for the treatment.

His doctor emphasized that Hossam’s condition is rapidly worsening and that gene therapy is urgently required to prevent further decline. Due to the specific genetic mutation Hossam has, this specialized therapy injection is crucial, with no other treatment options available for his current condition.

Hossam continues his struggle for survival while his parents face the overwhelming burden of medical expenses, pinning their hopes on community support. His father has reached out to the compassionate residents of the UAE, seeking assistance for his son, who suffers from Duchenne muscular dystrophy. He explained that Hossam is in a critical condition and requires an additional Dhs7.5 million to complete his treatment; each day without it could significantly impact his future.

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare genetic condition characterized by progressive muscle weakness. As the illness progresses, it can impact the muscles used for breathing and heart function, making timely access to treatment essential.

Hossam’s family is plagued by constant anxiety about his future, as every untreated day adds to their worries. Despite his young age, Hossam remains unafraid of what lies ahead, but the disease is stealing his dreams and mobility. Therefore, the family urgently calls upon the generous individuals and benefactors in the UAE to help Hossam cling to his chance for life.

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