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Gaza girl's hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad

Lana Halil Şerif, a young girl from Gaza, developed white spots on her body and her hair turned white due to the psychological trauma of Israel's attacks. Despite seeking treatment, her condition remains unresolved as she dreams of getting help in Egypt and returning to her home in Rafah.

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Gaza girls hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad

The doctors suspected her condition could be vitiligo and suggested laser treatment. Halil expressed his frustration and sadness, stating, "This child has no guilt. The illness is continuing to spread. Her psychology is very damaged. The other children don't want to play with her, and she isn't getting enough food.

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Gaza girls hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad

She doesn't want to talk to anyone." He further described how, before the war, Lana attended school and helped her mother at home, but since moving to a tent, she has been carrying water and food from aid centers, which has affected her health.

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Gaza girls hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad

"Children in Gaza are suffering a lot. They carry water, go for food. They are malnourished and cannot access medical treatment.

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Gaza girls hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad

I want the children of Gaza to live like children around the world," he added.

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Gaza girls hair turns white from trauma, hopes for treatment abroad