Vivian A., 21

Vivian is the second-to-last child in a family of nine siblings. Both her parents are alive and work in menial jobs to provide for the family. Vivian dropped out of school in Form 1 due to early pregnancy and was forced to marry at a young age. She now has two children: the first is in Pre-Primary One, and the second is two years and two months old. She had dreamt of becoming a teacher, but her plans were interrupted by her pregnancy, and her parents were unable to support her return to school, leading to early marriage. Vivian is a cheerful and sociable woman. She is active in her village welfare group and participates in her local church choir. Her husband, the family’s main provider, works as a casual laborer, earning an income insufficient to meet all the family’s needs. This is supplemented by Vivian’s daily hawking of mangoes. She presented with painful urination . Laboratory investigations confirmed a diagnosis of urinary tract infection (UTI). Vivian was admitted for treatment and started on appropriate medication. Vivian was admitted since she reported to has had several recurrence of UTI and has been seeking treatment at a local dispensary nearby with no improvement.

The clinical officer diagnosed Vivian with a Urinary Tract Infection with a urine test. She was then admitted and put on antibiotics as a standard treatment and should be completed as prescribed, even if she starts feeling better. She was advised to be drinking plenty of fluids to help ease symptoms. Pain relief medication was also given to help with easing discomfort. Per vaginal pessaries was also given and taught how and when to use it. She felt better and was discharged home on oral medication. Health education on prevention 1. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. 2. Wear loose-fitting clothing. 3. Empty your bladder regularly and completely. 4. Wipe from front to back after using the toilet. Vivian was admitted because she reported to have had several recurrence of UTI and has been seeking treatment at a local dispensary nearby, and being given oral medication with no improvement.

Vivian is expected to make a full recovery from her urinary tract infection with the medication and care she is receiving. By completing her treatment, staying well hydrated, and maintaining good hygiene, she can prevent future infections and return to her daily activities safely. Vivian was admitted since she reported to have had several recurrence of UTI and has been seeking treatment at a local dispensary nearby with no improvement.