Jun 06 2024 12 mins
Following a series of misdiagnoses that nearly bankrupted the family, Anju was finally diagnosed with leprosy. After treatment, Anju looked to be getting better, but her symptoms resurfaced and worsened. With a growing family, Anju could not afford to seek medical treatment. For the next 20 years, Anju learnt to live with her worsening symptoms. When her condition reached a point that she could no longer ignore, Anju went to Anandaban Hospital. There she was faced with tough, life changing choices.