The illegal, unlicensed beautician responsible for an ill-fated chest enhancement procedure that resulted in the tragic death of a 29-year-old housewife in Malaysia, remains at large and on the run, according to The Star.
What happened?
She visited a self-proclaimed aesthetician in Mutiara Rini, Johor, for just a simple face lift procedure at first, but was convinced by the “aesthetician” to undergo a hyaluronic acid bust enhancement injection.
Chen’s decision to proceed with the procedure was met with unforeseen and devastating consequences. Soon after the injection, she experienced excruciating chest pains that escalated to severe discomfort in her chest, back, and legs. Ignoring these alarming symptoms, she attributed them to normal post-procedure effects.
The next day at about 12pm, Chen’s condition deteriorated rapidly. Her chest pains intensified, leading her to seek medical attention at a nearby clinic.
There, doctors discovered elevated levels of anesthesia and other substances in her body, revealing a precarious state of health. Her situation grew graver, necessitating transfer to a hospital at Iskandar Puteri.
Chest was “full of bacteria”
Chen’s anguish persisted, spreading to her back and legs, rendering her unable to walk. Her desperate fight for survival culminated in a transfer to the intensive care unit.
Despite the relentless efforts of medical professionals, the young mother’s battle came to a tragic end on August 2nd, where she passed away at about 7.04am.
Preliminary autopsy findings uncovered a disturbing reality: Chen’s chest was riddled with bacteria. The presence of these harmful microorganisms pointed towards a severe bacterial infection
The Investigation Commences
Upon learning of the tragedy, the Johor Health and Unity Committee Chairman, Ling Tian Soon, took swift action. He revealed that the state Health Department’s private medical practice control section initiated an immediate investigation into the incident. Their primary goal: to locate the elusive beautician responsible for the procedure.
One of the most baffling aspects of this case is the disappearance of the beautician herself. Authorities staked out the location, a double-storey house in Taman Mutiara Rini, Skudai, where the procedure allegedly occurred, but the beautician remained untraceable. Even her contact number and social media accounts had vanished.
Ling Tian Soon’s Ultimatum
Ling Tian Soon, who is leading the charge, has issued a stern ultimatum. He stated, “I am giving the beautician one week to come forward and assist in the department’s investigation. Those with information about her whereabouts are also encouraged to channel the information to us. If she still refuses to do so, I will call for a coordinating meeting with the police and the department to ask the cops’ help to track her down.”
Further adding to the complexity of this case is the revelation that the beautician responsible for the procedure was unlicensed.
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