We received a message and visit regarding Jeastin Jasky Lopulalan, born on January 30, 2007, a 12th-grade student. Since June, Jeastin has been experiencing stomach pain and difficulty with bowel movements. He was taken to the doctor and given laxatives, which made his bowel movements regular again. However, the stomach pain persisted, so he was taken to the doctor again, and a scan revealed a bowel constriction. Jeastin eventually underwent surgery, but after the operation, his intestines could not be completely closed, resulting in the need for a colostomy bag. Because the food he consumed continued to pass through his system, Jeastin's condition has worsened, leaving him weaker. According to the doctor, another procedure to reconnect (close the intestines) will only be possible in three months (October). Tomorrow, Jeastin will return for a follow-up appointment.
Jeastin lives with his mother, older sibling, and two younger siblings. His father recently passed away in July.
Jeastin's current needs include underpads, colostomy bags, wet and dry tissues, and sodium chloride 0.9% infusion fluids. Day by day, Jeastin's mother sells fried snacks, but due to Jeastin's illness, business has slowed down. The Lord Jesus loves Jeastin very much. By His stripes, the Lord Jesus has already healed and restored Jeastin. Many people's prayers will move heaven to take action. We pray and ask this in the name of the Lord Jesus.
Update 9/25/24: Praise the Lord, Jeastin is now able to have bowel movements through the anus, even if just a little, and there is still some waste coming out through the colostomy bag. Berkat Ambon is providing nutrition to help strengthen Jeastin. He has had his follow-up appointment, and surgery is scheduled for October to close the open intestine. May the Lord Jesus help Jeastin, and may He grant wisdom to the medical team handling his care.
Update 11/17/24: We visited young Jeastin Lopulanan, who has been suffering from intestinal narrowing. A few months ago, he underwent surgery, and now he is back in the hospital for another procedure to close his abdomen.
Berkat Ambon provided a donation to support his mother’s transportation needs, as she had to stop her business to accompany Jeastin in the hospital, which is quite far from their home. Let us pray that Jeastin will recover and be able to continue his education.
For those who wish to help Jeastin, you can contact us through Messenger.
Update 12/8/24:
Jeastin initially underwent intestinal surgery, but the stitches came undone, requiring him to use a colostomy bag. However, all the food consumed ended up in the colostomy bag, which caused Jeastin's condition to worsen. After undergoing another surgery to re-stitch the open intestines, Jeastin is now able to walk, albeit slowly, and can go to the bathroom independently and have bowel movements as well. This is all because of the grace of the Lord Jesus. Thank you so much, Lord Jesus.
Berkat Ambon brought donations to help purchase the doctor-recommended milk. Many thanks to all the brothers and sisters who continually donate through Berkat Ambon, enabling us to help those in need. Lord Jesus loves and blesses us all.
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