- Request received05/06/2024
- Checked & confirmed05/05/2025
- Fundraising05/05/2025
- Treatment provided11/06/2025
- Invoice paid21/10/2025
- Case closed05/11/2025
Why is treatment sometimes done earlier than the payment?
When a case is urgent and vital, hospitals often proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalisation of admission procedures. Usually, when this happens, hospitals put the bill on our credit until the funds are transferred to their accounts. That’s why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
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Diana M., 18
Report publishedDigestion system
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$95
About digestion system
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) is a condition in which open sores or ulcers develop on the inner lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) or the upper part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcers). It occurs when the protective lining of the stomach or duodenum is damaged by stomach acid and digestive enzymes.
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Rheemah Hospital
10586-00100 NAIROBI KENYA
Background
Diana is an 18-year-old girl who lives in a children's home. As an orphan, she relies entirely on the care provided by the home, which is supported by well-wishers. In her free time, Diana enjoys watching gospel music and movies. The matron at the home encourages her to work hard with the hope that she will one day become a doctor. Diana herself has developed an interest in business. For the past two months, Diana has been experiencing recurring stomach pain, bloating, and a poor appetite. Her eating habits have declined significantly, and at times she goes without eating altogether. Her teachers had expressed concern, noting that she occasionally struggles to concentrate in class compared to her peers. On the day she was brought to the hospital, her condition had worsened—she was vomiting and unable to eat anything at all.
Medical history
Diana Mueni, 18 years old, from the Children’s Home, was diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease. She was admitted for a few days and treated using Tramadol, Paracetamol, Polytrip IV, and Relcergel. Helpster Charity covered all her medical expenses, ensuring she received the necessary care without delay. Thanks to the treatment, Diana regained her strength and can now enjoy her daily activities without pain.
Prognosis
Diana Mueni had epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting and bloating. Urgent medical treatment is needed so as to avoid further complications like abdominal pain, internal bleeding, perforation, gastric outlet obstruction and even anaemia.
