- Request received13/06/2024
- Checked & confirmed06/01/2025
- Fundraising06/01/2025
- Treatment provided21/03/2025
- Invoice paid26/05/2025
- Case closed04/08/2025
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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Faruq U., 9
Report publishedInfections
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$15
About infections
Faruq was presented to our facility with the complain of fever, headache, cough. On examination and blood sample collected revealed 1. ARTI 2. Malaria + Enteric fever was made. ARTI is an infection that affects the respiratory tract, including the sinuses, throat, airways, or lungs. It can be caused by various viruses or bacteria, leading to symptoms such as coughing, congestion, sore throat, and fever Malaria is a serious disease transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito, characterized by high fever, chills, sweating, and flu-like symptoms. Enteric fever, commonly known as typhoid fever, is caused by the bacteria Salmonella Typhi and leads to prolonged fever, weakness, stomach pain, and loss of appetite. When these two infections occur together, it can result in severe illness, requiring prompt medical treatment to manage the overlapping symptoms and complications.
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Nakowa Specialist Hospital Maiduguri
15 Lagos St, Maiduguri 600282, Borno, Nigeria
Background
Faruq Umar is a 9 year old boy who is highly spirited and energetic with a passion for playing ball. Faruq's favorite pastime was kicking around a worn-out soccer ball in the dusty streets of his neighborhood, imagining himself as a star player in a big stadium. Despite the challenges his family faced, Faruq's love for the game brought him endless joy and a sense of freedom
Medical history
Faruq, from a humble background, was struck by ARTI alongside malaria and enteric fever. His family, struggling to afford treatment, feared the worst. Thanks to timely medical care and the compassionate support of Helpster charity, Faruq gradually recovered. His parents are profoundly grateful. Their son’s healing brought light and hope into their lives during a very dark time.
Prognosis
The untreated ARTI led to severe respiratory distress, making it difficult for Faruq to breathe. Simultaneously, the malaria and enteric fever ravaged his young body. High, unrelenting fevers left him delirious and dehydrated. The malaria parasites attacked his red blood cells, leading to severe anemia and weakening his immune system. The enteric fever caused severe abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, and dangerous levels of dehydration. Without immediate medical intervention, Faruq's condition became critical. His body, overwhelmed by the simultaneous attacks on his respiratory and immune systems, began to shut down. The lack of oxygen from the ARTI and the severe complications from malaria and enteric fever pushed him to the brink, leaving his life hanging by a thread.
