- Request received05/02/2026
- Checked & confirmed27/03/2026
- Fundraising27/03/2026
- Treatment provided29/04/2026
- Invoice paid12/05/2026
- Case closed
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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Sharon Y., 20
In treatmentBlood
27
$330
About blood
Severe anaemia is a serious medical condition where the level of haemoglobin in the blood is very low, reducing the blood’s ability to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues. Anaemia becomes severe when haemoglobin levels drop to dangerously low levels, typically: Less than 7 g/dL in adults In children, it may be considered severe at below 5–7 g/dL depending on age Causes of Severe Anaemia Iron deficiency (most common) Severe blood loss (e.g., injury, heavy menstruation) Malnutrition (lack of iron, folate, or vitamin B12) Chronic diseases (like kidney disease) Infections such as malaria Genetic conditions (e.g., sickle cell disease) while AUB/DUB are terms used to describe abnormal bleeding from the uterus (womb) in women. AUB – Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) means any bleeding that is not normal in terms of: Amount (too heavy) Timing (between periods) Duration (lasting too long) Frequency (too often or irregular) Causes of AUB AUB has identifiable causes, such as: Hormonal imbalance Pregnancy-related problems Uterine fibroids Polyps Infections Cancer (rare but important to rule out) Bleeding disorders DUB – Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB) is a type of AUB where: There is no clear structural or organic cause It is usually due to hormonal imbalance, especially problems with ovulation AUB = any abnormal bleeding (broad term) DUB = abnormal bleeding with no identifiable physical cause Heavy menstrual bleeding Bleeding between periods Irregular periods Prolonged bleeding Passing large blood clots
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Mt Elgon Subcounty Hospital
Kapsokwony-Kimilili road
Background
Sharon is a 20-year-old young woman who dropped out of school while in Form Two. She got married at a young age in search of a better life, but the marriage became difficult and eventually ended in separation, leaving her with emotional and social challenges. Despite these experiences, Sharon remains humble, respectful, and determined. She has a strong interest in personal growth and often spends her time reading novels and inspirational books, nurturing her dream of becoming independent and successful in the future. She currently lives with her mother, who is the sole provider for the family. Her mother runs a small-scale business that generates minimal income, which is not enough to meet their basic needs such as food, clothing, and healthcare. Due to these financial constraints, Sharon has limited opportunities to further her education, although she remains hopeful. Sharon learned about Helpster Charity through a neighbor who had previously benefited from the program and encouraged her to seek help at the health facility. She was brought to the hospital accompanied by her mother, presenting with a two-week history of vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, dizziness, general body weakness, fatigue, and headache. By the time she arrived at the facility, her condition had significantly worsened. She appeared extremely weak and pale, with reduced energy and difficulty standing or walking without support. She reported persistent bleeding, increasing dizziness, and episodes of near fainting, indicating a severe decline in her health status. On examination, supported by laboratory tests and abdominal ultrasound, Sharon was diagnosed with severe anaemia, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and suspected aplastic anemia. Due to the seriousness of her condition, she was admitted for urgent treatment, close monitoring, and further investigations to determine the underlying cause and stabilize her condition.
Medical history
Sharon came to the hospital accompanied by her mother;presenting with complains of; v.p bleeding, abdominal pain, dizziness, general body Weakness, fatigue and headache for the past two weeks. On examination, laboratory and abdominal altrasound, Sharon was diagnosed with severe anaemia,dysfunction uterine bleeding and suspected a plastic anemia. She was admitted for treatment, management and further investigation. After a while she responded positively to medication and discharged when stable and in good condition.
Prognosis
Sharon is suffering from Severe anemia likely caused or worsened by Dysfunctional uterine bleeding. The excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding has led to significant loss of blood, resulting in low hemoglobin levels. Clinically, this is a serious condition that may present with: Extreme weakness and fatigue, Dizziness or fainting, Shortness of breath, Pale skin and mucous membranes, Rapid heartbeat, Immediate medical attention is required. Management may include: Blood transfusion (in very severe cases) Iron supplementation (oral or intravenous) Hormonal therapy to control bleedings Nutritional support (iron-rich diet) Investigation to rule out other causes of bleeding Given her poor socioeconomic background, there is increased risk of delayed treatment, poor nutrition, and worsening of her condition. with prompt treatment (blood transfusion, iron therapy, and control of bleeding), her prognosis is generally good.

