- Request received23/03/2026
- Checked & confirmed29/04/2026
- Fundraising29/04/2026
- Treatment provided05/06/2026
- Invoice paid30/06/2026
- 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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Hamijelani M., 2
In treatmentUrology
16
$1055
About urology
Bilateral undescended testicles (bilateral cryptorchidism) is a condition where both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum as expected during development and remain in the abdomen or groin. When associated with bilateral inguinal hernias, it means that there are openings in both groin regions allowing abdominal contents, such as intestines, to protrude through the inguinal canal. This combination can cause discomfort, increase the risk of complications like hernia incarceration, infertility, and testicular damage if not corrected. Surgical management, typically orchidopexy with hernia repair, is recommended to reposition the testes and close the hernia defects.
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Barika Medical Centre
Rose Avenue, Hurlingham, Nairobi
Background
Hamijelani is a cheerful two-year-old boy living with his mother. He is playful, enjoys his toys, and brings joy to those around him. His mother hopes to give him a good education and raise him into a responsible and dependable adult. She supports the family through casual work, mainly washing clothes, which provides a modest and inconsistent income. She learned about Helpster during a medical camp organized by Barika Medical Centre in Kahawa West, offering her hope of accessing care for her child. Hamijelani was born healthy and initially showed normal growth and development. However, as he grew, his mother noticed that his testicles were not present in the scrotum. After medical evaluation, he was diagnosed with bilateral undescended testicles along with bilateral inguinal hernias. These conditions require surgical correction through orchidopexy and hernia repair. The condition has caused him discomfort and, if not treated, may lead to future complications, making timely intervention important.
Prognosis
Hamijelani has been diagnosed with bilateral undescended testicles and bilateral inguinal hernias, conditions that require timely surgical correction. He is currently stable and a suitable candidate for orchidopexy and hernia repair. Early intervention is important to reduce the risk of complications such as infertility, testicular damage, or hernia incarceration. With appropriate surgery and follow-up care, the prognosis is very good. He is expected to recover well, with improved comfort and a low likelihood of long-term complications if managed promptly and effectively.

