Little Ainul is in the clear now

Before and after: A photo of Ainul just before she underwent the surgery at the hospital in London. Below: Ainul after undergoing the surgery. — Pictures courtesy of Nurul Erwani’s Instagram account

KUALA LUMPUR: Ainul Mardhiah Ahmad Safiuddin, diagnosed with Germ Cell Tumour some months ago, was successfully operated on at a hospital in London.

Trainee surgeon Dr Nur Amalina Che Bakri, whose initiative made it possible for Ainul Mardhiah and her parents to go to London for the operation, said after about five hours in the operating theatre on Monday, the tumour weighing about 200gm, was successfully removed from the child’s mouth.

“Alhamdulillah, Ainul, you’re a strong baby girl! You could not imagine how anxious I was, whilst in theatre.

“Such a tiny baby, so delicate, so beautiful – don’t worry baby, everyone is here to help you,” she said on her Instagram account.

Dr Nur Amalina said because it was such a high-risk operation, a lot of preparations were needed to ensure that nine-month-old baby Ainul Mardhiah would be safe.

“A lot of planning, a lot of scans, a lot of meetings and a lot of patience.

A photo of Ainul just before she underwent the surgery at the hospital in London.

“The team included surgeons from various specialities including craniofacial, plastics and head and neck consultants led by Prof David Dunway and Mr Juling Ong (craniofacial and paediatric surgeon),” she said.

Dr Nur Amalina said she was very honoured to be part of the surgical team and the baby was currently being monitored post-­operatively and stable.

“When I stepped out of the theatre and saw Ainul’s parents, I couldn’t control my emotions. It was such an emotional journey and an uplifting experience at the same time.

“Ainul, Wani and Safi are like family. Let’s pray for Ainul’s recovery. Thank you for all your prayers,” she added.

Earlier, Ainul Mardhiah’s mother, Nurul Erwani Zaidi, 24, through her Instagram’s instastory status expressed gratitude over the smooth treatment and surgery for her child.

“Alhamdulillah, grateful to Allah. Allah’s help is always there. Continue to depend on Allah. Ainul, you’re mama’s strong child.

“Alhamdulillah, all have been made easy. Ainul is stable, get well soon Ainul, later we shall return to Malaysia and meet your friends,” she said.

Assuring hand: Dr Nur Amalina (left) with Nurul Erwani and Ahmad Safiuddin after the successful surgery.

Nurul Erwani is also thankful to all the doctors involved in treating her daughter.

“Thank you to all the doctors from various fields who cooperated in ensuring that everything turns out well. Grateful, Allah’s plans are the most beautiful.

“Continue to doa for Ainul in your prayers each time. Ainul needs our spirit for her to be strong. Thank you all,” she said.

Ainul Mardhiah’s father, Ahmad Safiuddin Ahmad Razak, also shared his feelings of gratitude on his Facebook page.

Netizens too took the opportunity to express gratitude and happiness over Ainul Mardhiah’s successful operation.

“Alhamdulillah ... always waiting for updates from Ainul’s father ... couldn’t sleep because thinking of Ainul ... hope you get well soon, dear,” responded Hamizah Atikah to Ahmad Safiuddin’s Facebook status.

Rosnisa Yahaya also shared her feelings of gladness and excitement on hearing the good news.

News on Ainul Mardhiah’s condition had gone viral on social media before Dr Nur Amalina and a group of medical specialists in Britain made preparations to perform the surgery with the treatment cost estimated at over RM1mil. — Bernama