Mum Caught In Fire Has Spent Last 15 Years With Lip Stuck To Chest

A woman in the Philippines has spent the last 15 years with her bottom lip stuck to her chest following a fire at her workplace.

Mum-of-three, Leonor Niusa, was working at a farm in 2004 when a storage room containing gasoline caught fire because of a candle she used as a light source.

The 43-year-old was able to escape from the blaze in Zamboanga City, but she sustained horrific burns across her face and body.

Despite the severity of her injuries, she didn't go to see a doctor due to fears she wouldn't be able to afford her medical expenses.

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Untreated, her wounds eventually healed, but her bottom lift was left attached to her chest, making it impossible for her to work due to her limited movement. Instead, she and her youngest son now travel from town to town asking for donations.

The pair were spotted by Justin Quiban, who gave them food and water after he saw them walking around lost in his neighbourhood.

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Now, locals in the area are hoping to raise enough money to pay for the relatively routine procedure that could give Leonor her life back.

In a tearful video recorded by Mr Quiban, Leonor says: "I don't want my kids to grow up with me looking like this forever."

Mr Quiban said: "Zamboanga City said that she hasn't been to the doctor ever since the accident. Her family chose to treat her burns in their house because they were afraid they would not be able to pay the medical bills.''

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Mr Quiban, with the help of some friends, has since tracked down Leonor's house in Zamboanga and given her some donations, however, the aim is ultimately to raise enough so that she can have an operation that will help her to find permanent employment.

Here's hoping the money is raised and Leonor's terrible suffering is at long last left behind.

Topics: World News

Jake Massey

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