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During a visit to the Aboisso region in south-eastern C\u00f4te d’Ivoire, we met Kpele Assamala Rose, a 13 year-old girl living with advanced lymphatic filariasis<\/strong>. Her mother, Houo Tanoh Christiane, agreed to share her experience in order to raise awareness of the challenges faced by many families in similar situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first symptoms appeared when Kpele was three years old: persistent swelling in her leg that increased over time. Access to diagnosis was slow<\/strong>, hampered by a lack of information, distance from health centres and financial constraints. Her mother recounts how the initial lack of knowledge caused concern and, in their community, also stigmatisation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n<\/section>\n\n

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Despite the difficulties, they managed to start treatment<\/strong>. Medical care came with the support of local organisations and Anesvad Foundation, which have accompanied the process with clinical monitoring and community support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kpele explained how the disease has affected his daily life: difficulties in getting around, interruptions in his education and changes in his relationship with other children<\/strong>. Even so, he remains keen to continue his studies and participate in school life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His mother emphasises the importance of clear information<\/strong> from the outset, as well as accessible health services and trained staff. She also highlights the value of the support received, both medical and human.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Filariasis not only affects the body, it also limits access to education, mobility and social participation.<\/p>\n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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Both agree that it is necessary to strengthen access to medicines, improve the mobility of health personnel and continue awareness campaigns to reduce stigma<\/strong>. They consider it essential that other families in similar situations can count on sustained support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This testimony provides a concrete perspective on the effects of lymphatic filariasis on daily life. Beyond the clinical data, it shows the need for public health policies that prioritise equity, prevention and comprehensive support.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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