Happy Transformation

Kerena is a 2.5 year old child who was diagnosed with HIV several months ago.  She was malnourished and had little strength.  She was started on HIV medications and given additional nutritional supplements.

Kerena returned today for her monthly medication refill.  Terry and I were both delighted to see the radiant smile on her face.  She was very interactive with us, something she had no energy for a few months ago.  She still has a long recovery road ahead of her but life seems to be enjoyable for her now.

HIV Kids

Today we started 2 children on the Peds Ward on HIV medications.

2 year old Kerena was admitted last week with chronic diarrhea and was severely malnourished. The first few days in the hospital she cried incessantly. After convincing her mother that she needed more food Kerena's crying ceased with the increased food intake. With a full belly it turned out she had a beautiful smile and big dimples.

4 year old Marivon was admitted at the same time with fever, cough and diarrhea. She had both pneumonia and HIV. Her pneumonia has nearly cleared and Marivon can almost tolerate my presence at her bedside now. Both girls will be going home in the next couple of days and should do well with their new medications.