2 weeks ago
Teen's Pond-Bound Search for Relief Leads to Mumbai Treatment
Iqbal is a teenager from West Bengal who felt severe burning when he left water.
He therefore spent very long periods in ponds, sometimes staying there at night.
A video of him eating snacks underwater spread online.
Anant Ambani learned about the case and offered help to his family.
Iqbal was taken by air to Mumbai for medical care.
Doctors at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital began examining and treating him.
His parents said earlier treatment had not helped and that they could not afford long-term care.
Doctors warned that staying wet for too long can hurt the skin and cause infections.
Iqbal, a teenager from Beldanga, West Bengal, reportedly stayed in ponds because leaving the water caused intense burning across his body.
A video showing him eating snacks while underwater drew widespread attention online.
After the video circulated, Anant Ambani offered medical assistance and Iqbal was airlifted to Mumbai.
Doctors at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital began a detailed evaluation and treatment of the teenager.
Dermatologists warned that prolonged water exposure can cause skin damage and increase the risk of bacterial and fungal infections.
- Who
- Iqbal, a teenager from Beldanga, West Bengal; Anant Ambani provided medical assistance.
- What
- Iqbal was airlifted to Mumbai for evaluation and treatment after a video showed him spending prolonged periods in ponds.
- Where
- Iqbal is from Beldanga, West Bengal, and was taken to Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai.
- When
- After the video circulated online; the article does not provide an exact date.
- Why
- He reportedly experienced intense burning when outside water, while his family said they could not afford prolonged treatment.
Key facts
- Teenager
- Iqbal, from Beldanga, West Bengal
- Reported symptom
- Intense burning sensation when he stepped out of water
- Living conditions
- He reportedly spent days and nights in ponds, sometimes until late at night
- Medical assistance
- Anant Ambani offered help after the video went viral
- Treatment location
- Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai
- Medical risks
- Dermatologists warned of skin cracking, irritation, bacterial infections and fungal infections
Sources
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