Lucy A., 10

Lucy is the third-born in a family of four. She is a quiet, caring girl who enjoys art and dreams of becoming a doctor. She lives with her father, stepmother, and siblings in a one-room mud-walled house without electricity. Her biological mother left due to family issues. The father, a peasant farmer, is the sole breadwinner, with occasional support from the stepmother, but the family struggles to meet basic needs. Lucy had been unwell for about a week before visiting the hospital. She complained of frequent heartburn, neck pain, epigastric pain, and general weakness. Her father was aware of her symptoms but initially hoped they would resolve on their own. He had previously learned about Helpster when one of his children benefited from the program. On the day she was brought to the hospital, Lucy developed repeated episodes of vomiting, unable to retain food or even water, prompting her father to seek urgent medical attention.

LUCY WAS DIAGNOSED WITH MALARIA AND PEPTIC ULCER SHE WAS MANAGED WITH ANTI-MALARIALS, ANTIPYRETICS, ANTI-ACIDS, ANTIBIOTICS AND OTHER DRUGS AS PER MEDICAL REPORT . SHE RESPONDED SO WELL TO THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT GIVEN AND HER CONDITION IMPROVED. SHE STABILIZED AND WAS THEN DISCHARGED HOME ON ORAL MEDICATIONS TO COMPLETE AT HOME.

Lucy presented with persistent gastrointestinal symptoms including epigastric pain, heartburn, and repeated vomiting, suggesting a significant gastric condition with risk of dehydration and nutritional compromise. The worsening symptoms, especially inability to retain food or fluids, required urgent evaluation and management. She was started on fluid replacement, antiemetics, and medications to reduce gastric irritation, with close monitoring. Her prognosis is good with timely treatment. With proper care, nutrition, and follow-up, Lucy is expected to recover well and return to her normal activities.