The family of a 12-year-old Dublin girl, who underwent a quadruple amputation after contracting Strep A, have paid tribute to their daughter.
Sophie Lanigan, from Blanchardstown, spent two weeks in ICU last December after being admitted to hospital initially with a high temperature.
Her family say she was then diagnosed with sepsis caused by Strep A. Her organs began to fail as she went into septic shock.
Sophie was told by doctors that the damage caused to her hands and feet were irreversible and that amputation was necessary.
She spent another four weeks in ICU.
Speaking to RTÉ News, Sophie's father, Keith Lanigan, said: "We’re amazed at how determined and positive Sophie is."
A fundraising drive has been set up on GoFundMe to raise money for the family.
"We need to adapt the house for Sophie’s needs," Mr Lanigan said.
The 12-year-old was discharged from Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin last Tuesday and is currently waiting on a bed in the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire.
Her father praised all of those who have looked after her so far.
"The staff in the hospital were amazing," he said.
