Ashan Needs a Stem Cell Donor

In January this year, Ashan was out on the water with his brother when he slipped and scraped his shin against the boat. It seemed like a harmless scratch at first, but two weeks later, his legs began to swell, followed by a persistent burning sensation.

​While doctors initially suspected a localised infection, routine blood tests returned alarming results: Ashan’s white blood cell count was dangerously high.

Within weeks, Ashan received a diagnosis of myelofibrosis, a rare bone marrow disorder that severely disrupts the body's normal production of blood cells. For a man who had always lived an active, healthy life, the news was a profound shock.

Before his diagnosis, Ashan lived an active life and enjoyed spending time outdoors.

Ashan’s wife, children, and extended family have rallied around him as they adjust to a diagnosis nobody saw coming. While his siblings and relatives immediately stepped forward to be tested, none were found to be a suitable match.

Today, Ashan relies on the generosity of an unrelated stem cell donor to give him a second chance at life through a stem cell transplant.

​Countless other patients are currently waiting for their own matching donor. That lifesaver could be you. Register today with DKMS Africa and help give someone the chance to make memories with the people who matter most.

Remember, all costs related to the donation process are taken care of by DKMS Africa.