Cinco – A Journey to Restore His Health
Age: 4 years old
Cinco's Story
Baby Cinco, born on November 11, 2020, is a Karen boy from PaTaw village, Myanmar, near the Thai-Myanmar border. Born in a non-hospital setting, he was diagnosed with Hirschsprung disease — a congenital disorder affecting normal bowel function.
Diagnosis & Condition
Hirschsprung disease — congenital absence of ganglion cells in the bowel, causing functional obstruction. Confirmed by rectal biopsy in December 2021.
Treatment Plan
Emergency colostomy surgery (January 2021, Myanmar)
Treatment plan at Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital, Kanchanaburi
Nutritional support at Bilay House Orphanage
Abdominal-assisted transanal endorectal pull-through surgery at Samitivej Hospital (July 19, 2024)
Post-operative monitoring and follow-up
Medical Journey
January 2021: At two months old, Cinco showed jaundice and abdominal distension. Emergency colostomy surgery was performed at a local Myanmar hospital.
December 2021: Rectal biopsy confirmed Hirschsprung disease. Family could not afford further treatment; Cinco returned to village without additional care.
June 2023: Social media and local health workers facilitated transfer to Thailand. Admitted to Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital in Kanchanaburi; pediatric surgeon established treatment plan.
February 2024: Moved to Bilay House Orphanage in Ratchaburi, closer to father and siblings. Received nutritional support preparing for surgery.
July 19, 2024: Major breakthrough — underwent successful abdominal-assisted transanal endorectal pull-through surgery at Samitivej Hospital.
December 13, 2024: Final hospital visit confirmed complete recovery. Dr. Kulsiri Tiansri officially discharged him; normal bowel movements restored with no complications.
February 22, 2025: Brief admission for colitis due to dietary issues; recovered well. Mother decided to leave him permanently in Pastor Bilay's care.
March 30, 2025: Small asymptomatic inguinal hernia diagnosed on left side; no immediate surgery required.
May 2025: Medical journey concluded. Cinco permanently resides at Bilay House Orphanage with 60 other children.
Progress Updates
Medical Case Officially Closed
After years of medical challenges, Cinco's medical journey has officially concluded. He is now a healthy, happy child permanently residing at Bilay House Orphanage with 60 other children.
Brief Colitis Episode — Recovered Well
Brief admission for colitis due to dietary issues, but Cinco recovered well. His mother decided to leave him permanently in Pastor Bilay's care at the orphanage.
Complete Recovery Confirmed — Officially Discharged
Final hospital visit confirmed complete recovery. Dr. Kulsiri Tiansri officially discharged Cinco with normal bowel movements restored and no complications.
Successful Pull-Through Surgery at Samitivej Hospital
Major breakthrough! Cinco underwent a successful abdominal-assisted transanal endorectal pull-through surgery at Samitivej Hospital.
Moved to Bilay House Orphanage
Cinco was moved to Bilay House Orphanage in Ratchaburi, closer to his father and siblings. He began receiving nutritional support in preparation for his major surgery.
Transfer to Thailand — Treatment Plan Established
Social media and local health workers facilitated Cinco's transfer to Thailand. He was admitted to Paholpolpayuhasena Hospital in Kanchanaburi, where a pediatric surgeon established a comprehensive treatment plan.
Hirschsprung Disease Confirmed
Rectal biopsy confirmed Hirschsprung disease. Unfortunately, the family could not afford further treatment, and Cinco returned to his village without additional care.
Emergency Colostomy Surgery in Myanmar
At two months old, Cinco showed jaundice and abdominal distension. Emergency colostomy surgery was performed at a local Myanmar hospital to relieve the bowel obstruction.
The Difference You Made
After years of medical challenges, Cinco is now a healthy, happy child. His medical case is officially closed, but ongoing support is needed for educational sponsorship, school supplies, daily care, accommodation, and an emergency medical fund.
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