- Request received28/04/2025
- Checked & confirmed30/04/2025
- Fundraising30/04/2025
- Treatment provided10/06/2025
- Invoice paid10/06/2025
- Case closed01/07/2025
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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Muhammad M., 10
Report publishedUrology
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$115
About urology
Umbilical hernia is a swelling that can be seen at the umbilicus, or the belly button. It occurs when there is a defect and failure to close a part of the abdominal wall at the umbilical region, thus allowing fluid and parts of the intestine to push through the defect. Large defects, like Yusuf's should be repaired and closed by surgery.
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Background
A 10-years old son of a hawker who lives in bulunkutu kasuwa. His mother heard about Helpster charity when the volunteer went to community outreach, and then later on Presented his son to UMD medical facility to get the free surgery from Helpster, he is playful, and intelligent child who likes chanting with his parent and he aspires to becoming a broadcaster. About one-year ago, he was noticed to have developed a bulge/swelling around the umbilical region. Occasionally associated with pain and obstruction. The pain is usually relieved by analgesics. After evaluation at our hospital, a diagnosis of umbilical hernia was made.
Medical history
A 10-year-old boy who was diagnosed with umbilical hernia. He was admitted and prepared for surgery. Surgery was done successfully and there were no complications. The child felt much better and was discharged home with the parents. They were happy and grateful to Helpster for the free surgery.
Prognosis
Without intervention, the hernia may continue to grow in size, causing increased discomfort, pain, and a noticeable bulge at the umbilicus. In severe cases, the protruding tissue can become trapped or strangulated, which is a medical emergency. Strangulation occurs when the blood supply to the herniated tissue is compromised, leading to severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and possible tissue damage or necrosis. Prompt surgical repair is typically recommended for umbilical hernias to prevent these complications and ensure the safety and well-being of the affected individual.
