- Request received15/06/2025
- Checked & confirmed30/06/2025
- Fundraising30/06/2025
- Treatment provided11/07/2025
- Invoice paid21/07/2025
- 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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Elvis A., 7
Report publishedBlood
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$300
About blood
Sickle cell anemia is a severe form of the inherited blood disorder, sickle cell disease. It’s caused by genetic changes (mutations) that lead to abnormal red blood cells and anemia. Symptoms are fatigue, infections and painful tissue damage. When a person with sickle cell disease (SCD) contracts severe malaria, the health risks are significantly heightened due to their already compromised red blood cells and immune function. Severe malaria in a patient with sickle cell disease (SCD) is a high-risk medical emergency. Sickle cell patients are already immunocompromised and more vulnerable to complications from infections, including malaria. The combination of these two conditions can lead to rapid deterioration and requires urgent and aggressive treatment.
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Bokoli Subcounty Hospital
Bokoli Sub-County Hospital, Sikata - Kimilili Rd, Bokoli
Background
Elvis is a 7-year-old boy currently in Grade 2 at a local primary school. He is a dedicated and hardworking student who dreams of becoming a teacher one day. His mother, the sole provider for their large family, works as a casual laborer and earns approximately KES 1,300 per month. They live in a rented house with seven children, share a pit latrine with neighbors, and rely on borehole water for drinking. Elvis has been diagnosed with sickle cell disease. A day before seeking help, he developed a fever, felt dizzy, and was unusually restless throughout the day. Due to limited financial means, the family could not afford to buy medication. Community health promoters intervened and referred them to a nearby health facility, where the Helpster Charity team assessed the situation. Upon medical evaluation, Elvis was found to have malaria, anemia, and a low blood count, and appeared generally weak and unwell. The Helpster team stepped in to provide the necessary support and treatment.
Medical history
Elvis is a known sickle cell client brought to the facility diagnosed and was given medication as per the condition he had and was accomodated for 2 days in the ward until he was stable.His mother appreciated Helpster Charity Organization for helping his child to get better treatment and sickle cell drugs that has been difficult for them to buy.
Prognosis
The patient received prompt malaria treatment and is now stable. The caregiver was counseled on the importance of consistent use of a mosquito net, adherence to prescribed medication, and regular attendance at sickle cell clinics. It was emphasized that failure to follow these recommendations may result in future hospital admissions due to a sickle cell crisis.
