Heart attack takes Clinton’s life
A heart attack took the life of young Clinton Botha who suffered from Dextrocardia, on Thursday evening.
Clinton Botha (8) has suffered from this disease, which flips the heart and causes it to form on the right side, since his birth on October 23, 2006.
His mother Joan Botha says he was feeling ill during the day Thursday, but showed no strange symptoms.
“He was feeling a little warm and said he wanted to vomit,” says Joan.
When he went to the bathroom, Joan stood by him, rubbing his back.
She explains that while she was busy rubbing his back, he just collapsed.
“He died of a heart attack.”
Clinton’s funeral will take place on Wednesday.
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His biggest dream was to attend school and play with friends, which he was able to do before his death.
Joan is heartbroken by her son’s death and says she will contact the Addie at a later stage to talk about her son.
“I just want to thank the paramedics from Netcare911 for their excellent service toward my son.”
