Man’s Struggle with Alcohol after taking the drastic step of Chopping his testicles with a blunt machete
A 42-year-old man from Wanugu village in Gatundu South is recuperating at Gatundu Level Five Hospital after taking the drastic step of severing his testicles with a blunt machete.
The shocking incident unfolded on Saturday, November 23, 2024, as the man grappled with the crushing burden of alcoholism.
Speaking from his hospital bed, the man recounted his years-long struggle with alcohol addiction, which he said had pushed him to the edge of despair.
After multiple failed attempts to quit drinking, he was overwhelmed by anger and hopelessness, leading to the self-inflicted injury in what he described as an attempt to end his life.
“Whenever I am sober, I am at peace,” he shared, emphasizing his resolve to overcome the destructive habit. He added, “Alcohol has no economic value and only brings disastrous consequences.”
Separated from his wife and three children, the man attributed his broken family ties and ongoing financial struggles to years of alcohol abuse.
He called upon religious leaders to pray for him and urged others battling addiction to seek professional help rather than resort to extreme measures.
Medical reports indicate that the man underwent a major scrotal exploration, a surgical procedure involving the examination and treatment of testicular injuries through an incision in the scrotum.
Efforts to get an update on his condition from Gatundu Level Five Hospital staff were unsuccessful.
This harrowing incident highlights the devastating effects of substance abuse and underscores the urgent need for accessible mental health and addiction recovery programs.
The man’s story serves as a cautionary tale and a plea for greater awareness and support systems for those struggling with addiction.
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Man’s Struggle with Alcohol after taking the drastic step of Chopping his testicles with a blunt machete
