Sukkur: The death of a four-year-old child during treatment at the Children’s Hospital in Sukkur has sparked outrage among citizens and raised serious questions about the quality of pediatric healthcare in the region.
According to details, the child was taken to the hospital by his father with a mild fever. Despite a negative malaria test, the attending doctors allegedly administered a strong dose of anti-malarial medication. The child’s condition reportedly worsened soon after, with indications of severe liver damage.
The grieving father stated that his son had only been suffering from a few days of fever, but the treatment given at the hospital proved fatal. He claimed that the medication prescribed was inappropriate and harmful, ultimately leading to his child’s death.
As the child’s health deteriorated, hospital staff advised the family to transfer him to another medical facility. However, the child passed away on the way.
Sources have alleged that some medical staff at the hospital are appointed through recommendations rather than merit, raising concerns about their qualifications and experience. Medical experts suggest that the severity of the liver damage indicates possible negligence and improper diagnosis.
Following the incident, parents and local residents have expressed strong anger and demanded immediate action. They have called for a transparent investigation, strict legal action against those responsible, and reforms to prevent such incidents in the future.
Healthcare professionals emphasize that negligence in pediatric care is unacceptable and stress the need for qualified doctors, proper monitoring systems, and improved standards in children’s hospitals.
The incident has not only left a family in deep grief but has also highlighted broader issues in the healthcare system, particularly regarding accountability and patient safety. Citizens and experts alike are urging authorities to take swift and decisive action to restore public trust and ensure that such tragedies do not occur again.
