- Request received22/01/2024
- Checked & confirmed20/01/2025
- Fundraising20/01/2025
- Treatment provided20/01/2025
- Invoice paid22/01/2025
- Case closed18/03/2025
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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Valary A., 2
Report publishedInfections
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$30
About infections
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections primarily affect the upper part of the respiratory system, which includes the nose, throat, and sometimes the sinuses and ears. Common URTIs include: Common cold, leading to symptoms like a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, coughing, sneezing, and sometimes a low-grade fever. Sinusitis: Inflammation of the sinus cavities, often associated with nasal congestion, facial pain or pressure, and thick nasal discharge. Pharyngitis (sore throat), or otitis media: an ear infection that can cause ear pain, fluid drainage from the ear, and hearing problems.
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Background
Valary's mother would like her to be a teacher when she grows up, but says Valarie should decide for herself what she wants to be. Valary is quite shy and doesn't get used to strangers right away, but is very cheerful and playful once she gets used to someone. She was brought to the hospital because she had a high fever, a cough and could not breathe properly because of a stuffy nose.
Medical history
This was the first time Valary visited the facility. Valary had a fever, cough, and a stuffy nose. Based on the symptoms during physical examination, the doctor suspected either an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) and a more serious infection (sepsis). To confirm the condition, a blood test was done, which showed a white blood cell count of 11.2, indicating that the body was fighting an infection. To help the patient recover, the doctor prescribed antibiotics and provided guidance on how to manage the symptoms at home. Since the condition was not severe enough to require hospitalization, the patient was allowed to go home with instructions to return if symptoms worsened. The patient was also advised on ways to stay hydrated, get enough rest, and monitor their condition closely. A follow-up check through a phone call later in the week confirmed that Valary had improved and was now doing well.
Prognosis
If an upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is not treated, it can weaken the immune system and the body's natural defenses. This can make it easier for other infections, such as bacterial sinusitis or ear infections, to develop as secondary complications. If the URTI is caused by a contagious virus (e.g., the common cold or influenza), untreated individuals can continue to spread the infection to others, potentially leading to outbreaks in close-contact settings like schools or workplaces.
