- Request received10/06/2025
- Checked & confirmed18/06/2025
- Fundraising18/06/2025
- Treatment provided11/07/2025
- Invoice paid30/09/2025
- Case closed14/10/2025
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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Abraham K., 1
Report publishedInfections
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$35
About respiratory tract infection and acute otitis media
RTI (Respiratory Tract Infection) is an infection that affects the parts of the body involved in breathing, such as the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause symptoms like cough, runny nose, sore throat, and difficulty breathing. Acute Otitis Media is a common ear infection, especially in young children, where the middle ear becomes inflamed and filled with fluid. It often causes ear pain, fever, and sometimes hearing difficulties.
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Background
Abraham is a 4 month old baby living with his parents in Bauchi. Born into a poor family, he faces the challenges of limited access to proper healthcare and nutrition. Despite their struggles, his parents care for him with love and hope for a healthier, brighter future for their little boy. Abraham started having a cough and difficulty breathing, along with a fever that wouldn’t go away. He also became unusually fussy and was constantly pulling at his ears, showing signs of discomfort and pain. His parents grew worried as he struggled to feed and sleep properly, prompting them to seek medical help. On presentation at our hospital, he was evaluated and diagnosed with Respiratory Tract Infection and Acute Otitis Media.
Medical history
Abraham came to Albisbir Hospital with cough, fever and general weakness. After a thorough evaluation and investigations, he was diagnosed with Respiratory Tract Infection and Acute Otitis Media. Thanks to the support from Helpster Charity, he was admitted for 3 days, received injection antibiotics and other appropriate care. Upon clinical improvement and resolution of symptoms, he was discharged home on oral antibiotics and other medications. The family left with Abraham happy and thankful.
Prognosis
With prompt and appropriate treatment, most children recover fully from respiratory tract infections and acute ear infections without complications. Symptoms usually improve within a few days to weeks. However, if left untreated, these infections can lead to more serious issues like hearing loss, spread of infection, or chronic respiratory problems. Early medical care and proper follow-up are important to ensure a full recovery.
