A form three student at Tingolo Secondary School in Butula constituency now wants her arm amputated.
Cynthia Nekesa is suffering from a condition that started as a small swelling on his left arm which has now become a major problem.
According to her parents Francis Wanakawa and Roselyne Awino, they thought the swelling would go away but it has turned out to be a problem to her entire life.
Walking is a problem as the arm is heavy and she has to lean to the right side to balance the extra weight.
Doctors have diagnosed Nekesa’s condition as neurofibromatosis, a genetic condition that causes tumours to grow in the nervous system.
According to the 18year old Nekesa, “I just want this arm amputated so I can have some peace. It is too heavy and painful. I wonder if I will ever find a solution to this problem. I desire to live a normal life.
In addition she said, “I have difficulties walking because of the extra weight. That is why I only go to school thrice a week.”
Mr Wanakasa further added saying, “I sympathise with my daughter, especially when the hand starts paining. Yet I cannot do anything to ease her pain.M
Tingolo Secondary Deputy Principal Andrew Biketi said “The girl is ever absent but we understand. The hand is too heavy and the distance to school is long.”