Khadija S., 3

Khadija lives in a single-room home amidst the heat of Gashua. Her parents toil daily, yet their total income of 5,400 Naira is insufficient to cover even basic nutrition. Surviving on meager portions of millet and vegetables, the family remains trapped in a cycle of poverty where basic survival consistently outpaces their limited means. They learnt about Helpster charity at a medical outreach. Khadija was brought to the Ayaji Medical and Diagnostic Centre regarding a persistent umbilical protrusion, first noted approximately three months ago. The condition is associated with severe pain that has significantly impacted her quality of life. Due to the severity of her symptoms, she is currently experiencing a total disruption of daily functional activities and age-appropriate social interactions.

A 3-year-old girl khadija was brought to the hospital with a soft swelling at her navel, especially noticeable when she cried or strained. After assessment, she was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia and admitted for care. She was prepared and underwent a successful surgical repair, after which she was placed on antibiotics such as Amoxicillin to prevent infection and analgesics like Paracetamol to relieve pain. Her wound was cleaned regularly and she was closely monitored throughout recovery. Within a few days, Amina became active again, the swelling resolved, and she was discharged home in good condition with continued medications and follow-up advice.

Khadija, a 3-year-old child, has a symptomatic umbilical hernia with recurrent pain and mild functional limitation. Due to persistent symptoms despite conservative care and suspected intermittent omental traction, elective umbilical herniorrhaphy is indicated. Prognosis: as it is a common and highly treatable condition. With timely surgery, full recovery is expected, with low risk of recurrence or complications, especially since there is no strangulation or incarceration.