For 22-year-old Patient, an hour of football took a frightening turn when both legs began to swell. He was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis—muscle breakdown—and compartment syndrome in both legs, requiring surgery. Investigations also revealed previously undiagnosed hypothyroidism.
What followed was a gruelling journey. Infection and sepsis complicated his recovery, while repeated procedures, VAC dressings and daily wound care took a physical and emotional toll. His anxious family stood beside him through days of pain and uncertainty.
His care continued at CritiCare Asia Multispeciality Hospital, Malad, with skin grafting and further wound management.
Today, after everything he has endured, Patient is finally walking again—steps that mean far more than movement to him, his family and his care team.