- Request received23/06/2025
- Checked & confirmed13/11/2025
- Fundraising13/11/2025
- Treatment provided16/02/2026
- Invoice paid20/02/2026
- Case closed02/03/2026
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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Ian W., 1
Report publishedInfections
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$525
About infections
Very severe pneumonia is inflammation of the lining of the lungs, accompanied with danger signs. It is a life-threatening condition that requires urgent referral and inpatient management with oxygen, antibiotics, and supportive care. Very Severe Pneumonia with Gastroenteritis in children - especially under five - is a bad combination significantly increases the risk of: Severe dehydration, Hypoxia (low oxygen levels), Electrolyte imbalance, Malnutrition, Sepsis
Thank you for saving this life!
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$525 raised of $525
Bungoma County Referral Hospital
Opposite Bungoma Police Station
Background
Ian’s mother was separated from her spouse while she was still pregnant. She now works as a casual laborer in people’s homes, often earning as little as KSh 50 a day to provide food for her family. Living in a rural area, she relies on water from a nearby stream and shares a toilet with neighboring households. According to the mother, Ian had been in good health until about a week ago, when he started experiencing difficulty in breathing and began passing loose stools. The breathing difficulty, which was accompanied by nasal congestion, developed gradually and was more noticeable in the afternoons. The diarrhea also began gradually, initially occurring about twice a day but later on worsening to more than four times in a day. He was brought to the hospital when he was in a very severe state.
Medical history
Ian was diagnosed severe pneumonia and severe dehydration due to diarrhea. He was given antibiotics and rehydrating fluids. As he started feeling better, he was discharged from the hospital to continue his treatment at home.During the check-up call, the Helpster volunteer heard from a happily mother that Ian is nowfully recovered and back to his normal life.
Prognosis
The patient had Pneumonia ,URTI and diarrhea which are among the top causes of under 5 years mortality. while Ian was due for discharge on 10th of May 20225. Ian developed diarrhea and later had dehydration. Diarrhea in infants under one year with severe dehydration, significantly threatens babies because they lose fluids and electrolytes quickly. This can cause symptoms like lethargy, sunken eyes, a dry mouth, and decreased urination. Diarrhea can also cause malnutrition, as it impairs nutrient absorption and appetite, leading to poor weight gain and potentially long-term stunting and developmental issues. In some cases, it can lead to serious complications like hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which can cause kidney failure. Ian stayed in the hospital extensively as management and observation continued to avoid any possible relapse and any complications to a crisis
