Noma's Impact on Nigerian Children
Noma is a rapidly progressing infection that affects the face and mouth, causing tissue and bone destruction. It is primarily linked to poverty and malnutrition. Typically, it affects children between the ages of 2 and 6 in impoverished communities. The disease begins with gum inflammation and quickly advances, often requiring surgical intervention in advanced stages. Médecins Sans Frontières offers free surgical treatments for the disease, which is considered a sign of extreme poverty. The condition faces challenges due to a lack of funding and data, with the number of cases increasing in northern Nigeria, an area that has only two hospitals dedicated to treating it.
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