- Request received30/07/2025
- Checked & confirmed24/08/2025
- Fundraising24/08/2025
- Treatment provided20/10/2025
- Invoice paid21/10/2025
- Case closed21/12/2025
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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Emmanuel A., 16
Report publishedInfections
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$80
About infections
Amoebiasis also known as amoebic dysentery, is an infection caused by the parasite Entamoeba histolytica. It primarily affects the intestines and can lead to symptoms like diarrhea, stomach pain, and cramping. In some cases, it can cause more severe complications like liver abscesses. The infection is spread through the fecal-oral route, meaning it's often contracted by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite's cysts.
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$80 raised of $80
NeoRao Community Medical Clinic
Daraja Mbili
Background
The child lives with his mother and five siblings. His father passed away five years ago from an undiagnosed illness. His mother works as a cook at a nearby hotel, while his school fees are covered by the family’s church pastor. He is a humble boy who enjoys tending to the family’s goats after school and aspires to become a banker in the future. Recently, he developed diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. His mother initially administered herbal remedies, but his condition worsened, leaving him weak and unable to attend school. A friend then informed him about Helpster Charity, after which he was brought to the hospital to receive assistance.
Medical history
Emmanuel Akasa was examined tested and found to be suffering from amoebiasis. Emmanuel was treated with hydrating fluids antibiotics for the amoebiasis, painkillers and drugs to stop vomiting. He was observed for 3 days and send home in stable condition. Emmanuel is now back to his normal activities and he has promised to educate his friends and family members about amoebiasis and good hygiene practices he learnt at the hospital
Prognosis
There is good prognosis since the child came for treatment early enough before complications set in. However if the child is left untreated he can die due to complications
