- Request received23/02/2024
- Checked & confirmed10/07/2024
- Fundraising10/07/2024
- Treatment provided13/01/2025
- Invoice paid14/05/2025
- Case closed14/02/2025
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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Rita A., 1
Report publishedInfections
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$35
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
Rita is a 3-month-old baby currently residing with her mother and 5-year-old sibling. Two days ago, she began experiencing difficulty in breathing and nasal congestion. Her mother also noticed that Rita had a loss of appetite and a fever. Initially, Rita was taken to the nearest hospital but did not receive the necessary care. A friend of Rita's mother informed her about Helpster Charity, which assists sick needy children at Bama Hospital. Following this advice, her mother brought her to Bama Hospital for medical care.
Medical history
Two days prior to coming to the hospital, Rita began experiencing difficulty in breathing and nasal congestion. Her mother also noticed that she had a loss of appetite and a fever. Rita was treated and discharged and some medication prescribed to be taken back at home. She responded very fast to her treatment
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.
