- Request received16/04/2026
- Checked & confirmed21/04/2026
- Fundraising21/04/2026
- Treatment provided26/05/2026
- Invoice paid27/05/2026
- Case closed01/06/2026
Why is treatment sometimes done earlier than the payment?
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Aklima A., 30
Report publishedPregnancy
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$285
About pregnancy
Aklima Akter, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, has been diagnosed with a 39+ weeks viable single pregnancy complicated by oligohydramnios, which means there is a reduced amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby. This condition can affect the baby’s movement, growth, and overall well-being inside the womb. She has experienced leakage of fluid for several days, indicating a risk to the pregnancy. Immediate medical care is essential to ensure the safety of both the mother and the unborn child.
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Saheda Gafur-Ibrahim General Hospital
Kalaya, Bauphal, Patuakhali, Bangladesh
Background
Aklima Akter, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, lives with her husband, three young sons, and elderly mother-in-law in a low-income household where her husband earns only 8,000 BDT per month as a rickshaw puller, making it difficult to meet daily needs and impossible to afford medical expenses. She is a caring and responsible mother who dreams of a safe delivery and a healthy future for her children. At 39+ weeks of pregnancy, she developed leakage of fluid and was diagnosed with severe oligohydramnios, requiring an urgent caesarean section. However, due to financial hardship, her family cannot afford the cost of the operation. They learned about Helpster Charity through their community, as without timely treatment, her condition may lead to serious complications, putting both her life and her unborn baby’s life at risk.
Medical history
After experiencing, passage of gush of water and leaky membrane for 2 days , she arrived at our hospital at 1.00PM in 4th January 2026 and doctors performed an ultrasound that revealed amniotic fluid is very low with fetal distress , making vaginal delivery impossible. An emergency cesarean section was promptly arranged, and the procedure was successful, resulting in the birth of a beautiful female baby. Both the mother and the baby are safe and sound, with no complications arising from the surgery. We discharged the patient at 10.30AM in 7th January 2026.The patient's family expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Helpster Heroes and the hospital for their timely and effective care.
Prognosis
With timely LUCS (caesarean section), Aklima Akter can have a safe delivery, ensuring the well-being of both mother and baby despite low amniotic fluid. The procedure will help prevent complications and support a healthy outcome, with good recovery expected. However, if left untreated, oligohydramnios may lead to fetal distress, cord compression, and lack of oxygen to the baby, which can result in stillbirth. The mother may also face complications such as infection or prolonged labor. Therefore, immediate surgical care is essential for their safety.
