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Kenyan women splash millions in their war against age

Dr Abdullahi Adan, a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon. 

The fight to remain young for many women starts as early as 40 years while for others at 50 years. As they grow older and menopause checks in, the fat gets redistributed around the waist. Many turn to nutrition and gym to try and shift the fat, while others turn to anti-ageing creams and supplements.

But the affluent ones turn to surgery at Nairobi Hospital, Mater Hospital, Karen Hospital or any other top-notch facility to get the perfect stomach and bikini body.

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