- Request received21/09/2023
- Checked & confirmed13/11/2023
- Fundraising13/11/2023
- Treatment provided01/12/2023
- Invoice paid01/12/2023
- Case closed15/03/2024
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.
Hellen M., 1
Report publishedPulmonology
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$30
About pulmonology
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections primarily affect the upper part of the respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, and sometimes the sinuses and ears. Common URTIs include: Common cold, leading to symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, coughing, sneezing, and sometimes a low-grade fever. Sinusitis: Inflammation of the sinus cavities, often associated with nasal congestion, facial pain or pressure, and thick nasal discharge. Pharyngitis (sore throat), or otitis media: an ear infection that can cause ear pain, fluid drainage from the ear, and hearing problems.
$30 left to save this life
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Background
Child loves to play with her siblings and likes dancing to songs. Her mother has dreams of Hellen becoming a journalist. Presented to the hospital with persistent crying and was also coughing.
Medical history
Hellen was diagnosed with a respiratory infection, which could be treated as an outpatient. She was given oral medication and discharged to go home. A follow-up review two days later confirmed that she was progressing well.
Prognosis
If an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is not treated, it can weaken the immune system and the body's natural defenses. This can make it easier for other infections, such as bacterial sinusitis or ear infections, to develop as secondary complications. If the URTI is caused by a contagious virus (e.g., the common cold or influenza), untreated individuals can continue to spread the infection to others, potentially leading to outbreaks in close-contact settings like schools or workplaces.
