- Request received25/07/2025
- Checked & confirmed14/08/2025
- Fundraising14/08/2025
- Treatment provided17/09/2025
- Invoice paid21/10/2025
- Case closed05/11/2025
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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Clinton O., 13
Report publishedBlood
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$140
About blood
Malaria in sickle cell disease refers to the occurrence of malaria infection in individuals who have sickle cell anemia (HbSS) or sickle cell trait (HbAS). In sickle cell patients, malaria can trigger or worsen a sickle cell crisis, leading to severe anemia, increased hemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells), and a higher risk of complications or death if not treated promptly. Pneumonia is an infection of one or both of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. There are more than 30 different causes of pneumonia, and they're grouped by the cause. The main types of pneumonia are bacterial, viral, and mycoplasma pneumonia.
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St. Anne's Nyang'oma Health Centre
Near Nyangoma market centre P.O BOX 29- 40601 BONDO KENYA
Background
Clinton is a thirteen-year-old boy, the youngest of five siblings. He is a polite and humble child who enjoys playing football and is determined to become a teacher in the future. Clinton has experienced poor health since childhood and was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia at the age of five. He was referred to the hospital by a community health provider who learned about HELPSTER CHARITY through informational posters. Clinton had been experiencing severe abdominal pain, joint and chest pains, headaches, and dizziness. After medical assessment and laboratory tests were conducted, he received treatment, which has led to slight improvement. However, due to the chronic nature of his condition, he is being referred for further specialized care.
Medical history
A known sickle cell patient, not on regular follow-up, presented with chest and joint pains. He was diagnosed with septicemia and severe pneumonia and required a 3-day inpatient stay for treatment. Laboratory tests were conducted to aid in diagnosis, and appropriate medication was administered. Clinton was discharged on oral medication and has shown significant improvement. He is now able to return to school and assist with household chores.
Prognosis
If you're otherwise healthy, you can recover quickly from pneumonia when you get prompt care. However, pneumonia can be life-threatening if left untreated, especially if you have an underlying health condition. Even people who've been successfully treated and have fully recovered may face long-term health issues.
