My Sister Bled for 12 Painful Years: How Desperation, Faith, and Meeting Dr Bokko Changed Our Family’s Story and Restored Hope After a Long Medical Struggle
For twelve long years, my sister lived a life filled with silent pain, fear, and unanswered questions. What started as a small health concern slowly grew into a nightmare that changed everything about her daily life. She bled constantly, sometimes lightly, sometimes heavily, but never normally. Doctors’ visits became part of our routine, and hospitals felt like a second home. Each visit came with hope, and each diagnosis came with disappointment. Tests were done, medicines were prescribed, and procedures were suggested, but nothing brought lasting relief. Watching her suffer for over a decade broke our hearts as a family.
The bleeding affected more than just her health. It stole her confidence and peace of mind. She avoided social gatherings and stopped travelling because she never knew when the bleeding would worsen. Emotionally, she became withdrawn, always worried and anxious. Financially, the burden was heavy. Medical bills kept piling up, and every new treatment meant more money spent with little to show for it. As her sibling, I felt helpless. There were nights I cried silently, asking God why this was happening to someone so kind and hardworking.
As years passed, the situation also affected her relationships. She struggled with self-esteem and feared she would never live a normal life. Some people around us started losing hope, but as a family, we refused to give up completely. We believed that somewhere, somehow, she would find relief. We continued supporting her emotionally, reminding her that she was not alone. Still, deep inside, the fear remained. Twelve years is a long time to suffer, and we were all exhausted.
