- Request received14/06/2026
- Checked & confirmed28/06/2026
- FundraisingOngoing28/06/2026
- Treatment provided
- Invoice paid
- 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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Babu I., 1
FundraisingUrgentInfections
27
$120
About infections
Babu Islam has been diagnosed with neonatal hyperbilirubinemia at just five days of age. This condition causes yellowing of the skin and eyes and can make a newborn weak and unwilling to feed. If not treated on time, the excess yellow pigment can harm the baby’s brain and overall development. Early medical care is essential to help the baby recover safely and grow normally.
City Clinic, Thakurgaon
Bangabandu Road, Thakurgaon Sadar, Thakurgaon, Bangladesh
Background
Babu Islam is a precious 5-day-old newborn who is completely dependent on his parents for survival and care. He lives in a six-member family where his father is the only earning member, working as a day laborer with a very limited income, making it impossible for the family to afford the cost of his urgent medical treatment while meeting their daily needs. He has been diagnosed with neonatal hyperbilirubinemia (newborn jaundice), and without timely treatment, the high bilirubin level could permanently damage his brain, leading to hearing loss, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, seizures, or even become life-threatening. The family learned about Helpster Charity through Helpster Volunteer Sadika Rahman, giving them hope when they had no other way to save their newborn. With timely medical care, Babu has the opportunity to recover completely and grow up as a healthy child.
Medical history
Babu Islam is a 5-day-old newborn who developed neonatal jaundice due to high serum bilirubin levels. As his condition became concerning, he was admitted to City Clinic on 14th june for urgent treatment. With proper medical care and close monitoring, his condition gradually improved. After receiving necessary treatment, Babu was discharged on 18th june in stable condition. Now back home, Babu is doing well. His grateful parents said, “We sincerely thank Helpster donors and City Clinic for their kind support and care.”
Prognosis
Doctors have advised immediate treatment with light therapy, along with close monitoring, proper feeding, and supportive care to help reduce the yellowing and strengthen the baby. With timely treatment, Babu is expected to recover fully, feed well, and continue normal growth and development like any healthy child. Early care will prevent the yellow substance in the blood from reaching dangerous levels and causing harm. However, if left untreated, the condition can worsen and may lead to permanent brain damage, hearing problems, or even be life-threatening. Prompt treatment is crucial to give Babu a safe and healthy start in life.
