- Request received05/08/2025
- Checked & confirmed24/08/2025
- Fundraising24/08/2025
- Treatment provided20/10/2025
- Invoice paid21/10/2025
- Case closed02/12/2025
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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Blessing J., 5
Report publishedInfections
20
$35
About infections
Pneumonia is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli) of one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid or pus. This condition makes it difficult for oxygen to reach the bloodstream, leading to symptoms such as cough (often with phlegm), fever, chills, shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, and sometimes confusion, especially in older adults. Pneumonia can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, with Streptococcus pneumoniae being one of the most common bacterial causes. The illness can range from mild to severe and is more dangerous for young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Diagnosis is typically made through a physical exam, chest X-ray, and sometimes blood or sputum tests. Treatment depends on the cause and severity and may include antibiotics, antivirals, or supportive care such as rest, fluids, and oxygen therapy. Early treatment is essential to prevent serious complications and ensure full recovery.
Thank you for saving this life!
100%
$35 raised of $35
TIONYCARE HOSPITAL
SDA WARWA ROAD
Background
Blessing is a 5-year-old girl residing at the Children’s Home. Coming from a disadvantaged background, she previously had limited access to education but is now enrolled at Pre-school. She enjoys playing with her friends. The orphanage was connected to Helpster through a site visit conducted by Tionycare Hospital in partnership with Helpster’s volunteer, Vincent. Blessing has been well until three days ago when she developed a cough, headache, and runny nose. Upon examination, she was diagnosed with pneumonia.
Medical history
Blessing Jebet began feeling unwell with a persistent cough, headache, and a runny nose that made it difficult for her to rest or focus during the day. Concerned about her worsening symptoms, she was taken to the clinic, where the doctor examined her and diagnosed her with pneumonia. To treat the infection and ease her discomfort, she was prescribed Amoxiclav to fight the bacterial infection, Montelukast to help with breathing and reduce inflammation, Levocetirizine to manage the allergy-like symptoms and nasal congestion, and Ibugesic to relieve her headache and fever. Blessing followed the treatment plan carefully, taking her medications on time and getting plenty of rest. Within a few days, her cough started to ease, her headache subsided, and her energy began to return. With continued care and support, Blessing made a full recovery and was soon back to her normal daily activities, healthy and smiling once again.
Prognosis
Blessing’s prognosis is good since her pneumonia was identified early and treated promptly. She is showing steady improvement, and with continued adherence to treatment and supportive care, she is expected to make a full recovery without complications.
