- Request received10/06/2025
- Checked & confirmed20/06/2025
- Fundraising20/06/2025
- Treatment provided11/07/2025
- Invoice paid21/07/2025
- Case closed26/08/2025
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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Umar M., 8
Report publishedInfections
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$210
About infections
Typhoid fever is an infection caused by Salmonella Typhi, characterized by symptoms such as fever, headache, abdominal pain, joint pains, loss of appetite, and diarrhea. Potential complications include anemia, intestinal perforation, and psychosis. Timely intervention with antibiotics, antipyretics, and multivitamins can effectively treat the condition. This child requires an immediate treatment to make his life better.
Thank you for saving this life!
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$210 raised of $210
Background
A 8-year old boy from a poor family his father goes out to the bush to hunt for wild animials and sale it to get some money for the upkeep of the family. He is extroverted and has passion for hunting and fishing. His ambition is to be a renowned hunter in their community and beyond. Two weeks ago, he developed fever and abdominal pain. Despite taking over-the-counter medication, he showed no improvement. He was evaluated by doctors at UMD Medical Clinic, underwent various laboratory and radiological examinations, and was diagnosed with a slow leaking Typhoid Perforation.
Medical history
An 8-year-old boy,presented to our health facility with a 3-day history of abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting. After preliminary investigations, he was diagnosed with typhoid fever. Following treatment, he was discharged on 18/6/25. The child's health has significantly improved, and his parents and siblings are delighted with his recovery.
Prognosis
Surgical intervention is crucial in treating this serious complication of typhoid fever. Timely surgical intervention will significantly improve the life of the child.
