Ismail M., 14

guardian in a rural community and is known as a responsible, disciplined, and hardworking boy. As the eldest child, he often assists with household responsibilities and serves as a positive example to his younger siblings. He enjoys attending school, playing football, and helping with farming activities. Despite the family's financial challenges, he remains focused on his education and dreams of becoming an engineer in the future. The family depends on their guardian, a small-scale farmer who earns a modest income from selling vegetables and other farm produce. They live in a simple two-room mud-walled house without electricity and rely on borehole water for domestic use. Ismael had been in good health until about 24 hours before admission when he developed frequent episodes of watery diarrhea. His guardian initially sought treatment from a nearby chemist, hoping the condition would improve, but the symptoms persisted and gradually worsened. As Ismael became increasingly weak and at risk of dehydration, his guardian grew concerned but lacked the resources to seek hospital care. While seeking help, they met a Community Health Worker who referred them to Al Ihsaan Health Centre, where Helpster Charity supports vulnerable families. Upon assessment, Ismael was admitted for further investigations, close monitoring, rehydration, and treatment to prevent complications and support his recovery.

Ismail was admitted to the hospital suffering from severe dehydration and malaria, conditions that had left him very weak and in need of urgent medical attention. Upon admission, he was started on intravenous (IV) fluids to correct the dehydration and restore his body's fluid balance. He also received appropriate antimalarial medication to treat the malaria infection, along with supportive care including fever management, nutritional support, and close monitoring by the medical team. Over the course of treatment, Ismail responded well. His hydration status improved, the fever subsided, and he gradually regained his strength and appetite. After completing the prescribed treatment and showing significant clinical improvement, he was discharged in stable condition with advice on follow-up care and malaria prevention. Ismail and his family expressed their sincere gratitude to Helpster Charity Organization for the financial and medical support that enabled him to receive timely treatment.

Ismael was diagnosed with severe malaria complicated by severe dehydration, both of which required urgent medical intervention. At presentation, he was significantly unwell and at risk of developing serious complications due to fluid loss and the effects of malaria infection. Prompt admission, rehydration therapy, antimalarial treatment, and close monitoring were necessary to stabilize his condition. Early treatment greatly reduced the risk of complications such as shock, severe anaemia, kidney injury, and impaired consciousness. His prognosis is favorable.