AIIMS Specialists Conduct Critical Home Visit and Healthcare Camp in Gumla
In a significant healthcare initiative, two eminent experts from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi made a special visit to the residence of a critical epilepsy patient in Gumla district on Monday. The doctors, Hemant Tiwari and Mayank Sharma, traveled to Telgaon village to examine Mukti Kumari, a 32-year-old woman who has been bedridden and suffering from severe cluster episodes of convulsions for two consecutive days.
Comprehensive Epilepsy Camp on International Awareness Day
This compassionate home visit was part of a broader program organized on the occasion of International Epilepsy Day. Following their assessment of Mukti Kumari, the medical specialists proceeded to conduct an extensive special camp at the District Mental Health Centre (DMHC) in Gumla. During this camp, they meticulously examined approximately 50 patients, provided crucial counselling sessions, and distributed free medications to those in need.
District-Wide Epilepsy Statistics and Treatment Challenges
Official data reveals that around 3,000 individuals are currently registered as epilepsy patients across Gumla district. Notably, only about 50% of these registered patients are actively undergoing treatment, highlighting significant gaps in healthcare accessibility and continuity. The AIIMS doctors emphasized that consistent follow-up remains a paramount priority to ensure patients do not discontinue their medication regimens.
Patient Success Stories Demonstrate Program EffectivenessSeveral local residents shared positive outcomes from the ongoing treatment initiatives. Parasnath Oraon from Dumardih village reported that his daughter, Sarita Kumari (22), had experienced no epileptic fits for an entire year, except for one recent episode, thanks to regular free medicines provided through the DMHC. Similarly, Raja Gupta, a fast-food vendor operating in the remote Bishunpur block, showed marked improvement after consistently taking prescribed anti-seizure drugs, as confirmed by his maternal uncle.
Sustained Medical Efforts Yield Tangible Improvements
Dr. Mayank Sharma disclosed that their medical teams have treated an impressive 1,005 epilepsy patients through various specialized camps in Gumla since the beginning of 2024. He stressed the importance of continuous reinforcement regarding treatment protocols, dosage instructions, and necessary precautions to prevent relapse.
Dr. Hemant Tiwari provided crucial context about the treatment landscape, recalling that during their previous visit nearly a year ago, approximately 90% of epilepsy patients were either receiving no medical treatment at all or obtaining medicines from unqualified practitioners. "With consistent follow-up and sustained efforts, the situation improved significantly," Dr. Tiwari stated. "We are now witnessing better seizure control in many patients, and those with drug-resistant epilepsy were referred to AIIMS New Delhi for detailed evaluation."
The dedicated efforts of these medical professionals underscore a growing commitment to addressing neurological disorders in rural regions, particularly through targeted interventions on international awareness days that bring specialized care directly to vulnerable communities.
