- Request received22/03/2024
- Checked & confirmed02/04/2024
- Fundraising02/04/2024
- Treatment provided13/01/2025
- Invoice paid14/01/2025
- Case closed31/01/2025
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Afsana Akter M., 10
Report publishedUrology
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$150
About urology
UTIs are common infections that happen when bacteria, often from the skin or rectum, enter the urethra, and infect the urinary tract. The infections can affect several parts of the urinary tract, but the most common type is a bladder infection (cystitis). Kidney infection (pyelonephritis) is another type of UTI.
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Narayanganj Poly Clinic and General Hospital Bangladesh
143, BB Road, Narayanganj, postal code -1400, Bangladesh
Background
Afsana, a 10-year-old girl, resides in a tin shed house with her parents and sisters. Her mother is the sole breadwinner of the family. Afsana was diagnosed with urinary tract infection and respiratory tract infection, experiencing symptoms like fever, painful urination, abdominal discomfort, cough, and cold. Learning about Helpster Charity from neighbors, Afsana's mother, Nasima, sought assistance at Narayanganj Polyclinic. Afsana received treatment at the hospital, including intravenous antibiotics. Nasima, unable to afford the treatment expenses, relies on support from Helpster Charity Donors.
Medical history
Afsana, a 10-year-old girl, was suffering from a Urinary Tract Infection (Cystitis) along with a Respiratory Tract Infection. Despite numerous rounds of antibiotics from the local pharmacy, government hospital, and private doctors, her condition continued to worsen. She required emergency hospitalization. Afsana received injectable antibiotics, nebulization treatments with sulbutamol, ipratropium bromide, and budesonide, along with paracetamol, anti-spasmodic drugs, and anti-emetic medications. Thankfully, she is now doing well and has returned home with a bright smile on her face. Afsana's parents are deeply grateful to the Helpster Heroes and the Narayanganj Polyclinic Team for saving their child!
Prognosis
Afsana was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (cystitis) along with a worsening respiratory tract infection, necessitating urgent hospitalization and immediate treatment. Upon admission, she received emergency treatment, including injectable antibiotics. If left untreated, such infections can lead to sepsis and acute kidney injury, posing serious risks to the patient's life.
