- Request received14/06/2026
- Checked & confirmed29/06/2026
- Fundraising29/06/2026
- Treatment provided05/08/2026
- Invoice paid05/08/2026
- 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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Ibrahim S., 2
In treatmentInfections
27
$115
About infections
Severe lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI) is a serious infection involving the bronchi, bronchioles, and lung tissues. It is commonly caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal organisms, with pneumonia being the most frequent presentation. Patients often present with high fever, productive cough, chest pain, difficulty breathing, fast breathing, and weakness. Severe infection may impair oxygen exchange and lead to respiratory distress or hypoxia. Severe malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease caused mainly by Plasmodium falciparum and transmitted through bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. The parasites invade and destroy red blood cells, leading to anemia and organ dysfunction. Patients commonly present with high fever, chills, headache, vomiting, weakness, jaundice, confusion, seizures, and respiratory distress. Severe anemia is a critical reduction in hemoglobin concentration that markedly decreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood. Common causes include acute or chronic blood loss, malaria, sickle cell disease, nutritional deficiencies, hemolysis, and chronic illnesses. Patients often present with pallor, fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, palpitations, weakness, and fainting episodes.
Thank you for saving this life!
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$115 raised of $115
Background
Ibrahim is a 2 year old male child who happens to be the last child among 3 children. He is staying with his parents and 2 siblings in a 2 rooms apartment. The family struggle to feed because the parents are not currently working. The father always goes out to seek of eat , Their monthly income 5000, They have a pit toilet in the house, a well, no access to electricity,A 2-year-old male child whose illness started about 3 weeks ago with low grade fever on and off, but the condition became severe about a week ago with associated cough, runny nose and lost of appetite. Patient has lost weight and is very week.
Medical history
Ibrahim, a 2yo male child was brought to our facility with symptoms of malaria and other associated signs of illness. Investigations were carried out with results showing significant positive results. On examination, an ill looking 2yo male child, febrile++. He was diagnosed with severe lower respiratory tract infection, severe malaria and severe anemia. He was commenced treatment with injection antimalarials, injection antibiotics and other supportive care. Patient was later transfused 1 pack of red blood cell. After 6 days of hospital stay, patient was stable and discharged with some orals for home treatment. The family looks very happy for supporting their child to be well again, they extend their gratitude.
Prognosis
Severe LRTI is a potentially fatal respiratory infection requiring urgent antibiotics, oxygen, and close monitoring to prevent respiratory failure, sepsis, and other life-threatening complications. Prognosis is generally good with early treatment, but delayed intervention may lead to respiratory failure, prolonged hospitalization, permanent lung damage, sepsis, or death in severe cases. Severe malaria is a medical emergency requiring immediate hospitalization, intravenous antimalarials, fluid management, and supportive care to prevent organ failure, cerebral complications, and mortality. Prognosis is favorable with prompt diagnosis and treatment, but delayed care increases risks of cerebral malaria, kidney failure, severe anemia, shock, permanent disability, or death. Severe anemia requires urgent evaluation and treatment because reduced oxygen delivery may cause heart strain, organ dysfunction, weakness, and life-threatening complications if untreated. Prognosis is on the underlying cause and treatment response. Early intervention usually ensures recovery, while delayed management will result in cardiac failure, chronic complications, or death. Ibrahim had a timely intervention.
