“Since that operation, in which I lost one of my testicles, I have never functioned sexually as a man again,” he states in his complaint, adding that he fears the effects may be permanent.
A resident in Mukono District Simon Isabirye has petitioned several authorities over what he describes as an unauthorized surgical procedure that resulted in the removal of one of his testicles, as well as alleged inconsistencies in medical and police records that he says have complicated his pursuit of justice.
The matter has since been escalated to the Regional Police and the Resident State Attorney’s office and is contained in two formal complaints dated April 11 and April 20, 2026. According to official records, the petitions were received and registered for further handling.
Isabirye alleges that he underwent surgery at Testimonies Medical Centre in Iganga, where a doctor identified as Johnson Bamudaziza allegedly removed one of his testicles. He claims the procedure was conducted without his full and informed consent, leaving him with severe physical, emotional and psychological distress.
According to Isabirye, the consequences of the surgery have extended beyond the physical loss of a testicle. He says he has since experienced challenges with his sexual function and fears he may never fully recover.
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The complainant says the ordeal has caused significant emotional distress, anxiety and uncertainty about his future, particularly regarding his ability to maintain intimate relationships and father children.
“Since that operation, in which I lost one of my testicles, I have never functioned sexually as a man again,” he states in his complaint, adding that he fears the effects may be permanent.
However, no independent medical assessment reviewed by this publication has conclusively linked the alleged loss of sexual function to the surgery. Medical experts generally note that the removal of one testicle does not automatically result in impotence or infertility, as the remaining testicle can often continue producing testosterone and sperm. Outcomes may nevertheless vary depending on a patient’s overall health, underlying medical condition, surgical complications and psychological factors.
Isabirye says he was taken to the facility by Musa Kakaire before the operation. Following the procedure, he claims he noticed discrepancies in the documentation provided to him, with some records allegedly indicating that the surgery took place at Hope Medical Clinic rather than Testimonies Medical Centre, which he insists was the actual location.
He argues that this inconsistency is central to his complaint, raising questions about the accuracy and integrity of records related to the procedure. In his initial petition dated April 11, 2026, he formally reported what he described as the unlawful removal of a body part and alleged medical misconduct.
Isabirye also expresses dissatisfaction with the handling of his complaint at Iganga Police Station. He alleges that key aspects of the investigation were mishandled, including the treatment of witnesses and family members.
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He further claims that his parents were denied access to him during police proceedings because they did not possess national identity cards, a situation he believes deprived him of crucial emotional and procedural support.
The complainant additionally alleges that officers involved in the matter suggested the possibility of an informal settlement involving compensation of Shs5 million. He says he rejected the proposal, insisting that the matter should proceed through formal legal channels.
In a follow-up petition dated April 20, 2026, addressed to the Resident State Attorney in Iganga, Isabirye raised concerns over what he described as persistent inconsistencies in both hospital and police records. He maintains that despite his assertion that the operation took place at Testimonies Medical Centre, official documentation continued to identify Hope Medical Clinic as the facility involved.
He argues that these contradictions undermine the credibility of the evidence being relied upon and has asked authorities to verify the correct location of the operation, investigate the discrepancies in medical and police records, ensure accurate documentation is used in all proceedings, and take action against any individuals found to have misrepresented facts.
Isabirye insists that the matter should not be resolved through informal arrangements but should instead be subjected to full legal adjudication, given the seriousness of the allegations. He maintains that the removal of his testicle without consent has had lasting physical and psychological consequences and argues that the case raises broader questions about accountability, record integrity and fairness in law enforcement processes.
He has urged authorities to handle the matter with urgency, warning that failure to adequately address the complaint could undermine public confidence in both medical institutions and investigative systems.
In response to the allegations, Dr. Bamudaziza maintains that the surgery was medically necessary.
The doctor says Isabirye had been diagnosed with a hernia and was scheduled for an operation. During the procedure, he says, it was discovered that one of the patient’s testicles had already been significantly affected.
According to Dr. Bamudaziza, the condition of the organ required immediate removal to prevent further health complications. He argues that leaving the affected testicle in place would have exposed the patient to additional medical risks and potentially more severe complications.
“It wouldn’t have helped to leave it there and then have the patient come back with more complications,” Dr. Bamudaziza said.
The matter remains under review by the relevant authorities.