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Even a hug can hurt Shamila.

Shamila lives with EB, a condition that makes her skin blister easily. Your gift can help her family get pain medicine and protective dressings.

11%

$5,409.18 raised

of $50,000 goal

Amount (USD)

Total$50.00 USD

Shamila’s story

Shamila, whose family calls her Xhamie, lives with EB (epidermolysis bullosa), a genetic blistering skin disease. Her skin is so fragile that friction or pressure causes painful blisters. Up to 80% of her body, including her face, has been affected by blisters and skin loss. Even a hug can hurt.

Her wounds stick to her bandages, so every dressing change is painful and can cause bleeding. New blisters often appear before older wounds have had time to heal.

Shamila also has painful blisters inside her ear canals and mouth, which make hearing and eating harder. After so many blisters and so much scarring, some of her fingers and toes have fused together.

Her mom cares for her every day. In her latest updates, she shared that Shamila still has many wounds on her back and head, and that the family is taking things one day at a time.

Shamila’s family lives in poverty, without access to free healthcare. Keeping enough clean bandages and pain medicine on hand is a constant struggle.

Close-up of open, blistered wounds on Shamila’s skinClose-up of raw wounds and blisters on Shamila’s arm
Photos of Shamila’s wounds.

Where your contribution goes

01

Pain relief

Pain medicine to help ease the pain Shamila lives with every day.

02

Protective dressings

Special bandages that cover and protect her fragile skin and open wounds.

03

Wound-healing nutrition

Nutritional meals that support her body as her wounds are cared for.

Organizer & beneficiary

Ampara Care

Campaign organizer

Organizing this campaign to help Shamila access pain relief, protective dressings and essential care. Questions about the campaign or payments go to our team.

Contact

Shamila & her mom

Beneficiary

Shamila lives with EB, a genetic blistering skin disease. Her mom cares for her wounds every day.

Updates from Shamila’s mom

  1. Latest update

    Taking each day as it comes

    “Shamila has many wounds on her body, with some of the worst areas being her head and back. We have been carefully looking after her and doing what we can to help with her wounds. Some days are harder than others, but we are staying beside her and taking things one day at a time. We truly appreciate everyone who has not forgotten Shamila.”

    — Shamila’s mom

  2. Earlier update

    Wounds, constipation and a toothache

    “Shamila still has many wounds across her back, and she is also struggling with constipation and a painful toothache. It is hard seeing her deal with so many things at once. We continue to care for her and pray that she will have some relief soon. Thank you for remembering Shamila and continuing to support her.”

    — Shamila’s mom

  3. Earlier update

    Thankful for another year

    “Shamila recently celebrated her birthday, and we are so thankful for another year of her life. She is doing well, although she still has many wounds on her back and head. Thank you to everyone who continues to pray for and support Shamila.”

    — Shamila’s mom

Messages of support for Shamila

  • S

    Subil

    Get well soon Bless you

  • WS

    Wesner Simplice

    Be healthy

    Donated $21.06

  • $T

    $HMG MONEY ⭐️ TAHJ🏁

    💗💗💗

    Donated $3.43

  • J

    Jerry

    Praying for you sweetheart ❤️.

    Donated $26.25

  • C

    Cherly

    I hope this small amount can help🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • S

    Sumbat

    Be healthy

Before you contribute

Is this a one-time contribution?
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How do I know the campaign is legitimate?
Ampara Care is the campaign organizer. Before contributing, you can contact our team for information about Shamila’s campaign or how contributions are used.
Can I get a refund?
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Stand beside Shamila and her mom.

Your one-time contribution helps provide pain relief, protective dressings and essential care for Shamila.