Popular personal shopper on X, Aunty Esther, is trending again after new updates revealed she allegedly declined a blood transfusion recommended by her doctors.
She earlier informed her followers that her test results were out, confirming cancer in her breast and armpit. She also thanked everyone who contributed financially to her treatment.
However, one of the coordinators handling donations, Sir Dickson, announced that he and another medical volunteer have stepped away from her case.
According to him, doctors advised that she needed a blood transfusion before starting chemotherapy, but she rejected it due to her Jehovah’s Witness faith.
He added that her church allegedly warned she would be disfellowshipped if she accepted blood, and some family members insisted that “whatever happens is God’s will.” He said that while her beliefs must be respected, they can’t continue leading a fundraiser when the patient is refusing the ideal treatment that could save her life.
This sparked reactions across X, with many donors expressing frustration, fearing that their financial support may go to waste if she rejects medically necessary care.
A popular online doctor also weighed in, saying people have a right to be upset. He noted that in a life-threatening situation, refusing the recommended treatment could lead to severe consequences, and appealed to Aunty Esther, her family, and her religious elders to reconsider the decision.
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