daniel chigunwe
Walter Nyamukondiwa Kariba Bureau
The Kariba man, who survived a crocodile attack early this year, has been readmitted in hospital after a tooth was found lodged in his leg.
Alexander Chimedza went for a review in Zambia on March 17 and was immediately readmitted after doctors discovered that his right leg was swelling and accumulating puss.
A relative, who spoke to The Herald, said Chimedza remains admitted at Mutenderi Hospital.
“The doctors discovered that a crocodile tooth was lodged in his leg and was causing it to swell and produce puss,” said the relative only identified as Benevolence.
“As for when he will be discharged, I cannot say because money is needed for some of the procedures and the cumulative bill for his stay in hospital. We are yet to get the exact figures.”
Chimedza survived a horrific attack by crocodiles at the Nyamhunga 1 Sewer Ponds. He has so far undergone four operations including repair of a torn Achilles tendon and skin grafting.
Following coverage of the story by The Herald, a well-wisher, businesswoman Stephanie Yang, donated a wheelchair.
Chimedza had indicated that having a wheelchair would relieve pressure on his wife who is now responsible for his every needs.
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