- Request received28/03/2024
- Checked & confirmed
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- Treatment provided04/09/2024
- Invoice paid04/09/2024
- Case closed15/10/2024
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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Isa N., 10
Report publishedInfections
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$20
About infections
Isa has Malaria + Enteric fever and Upper Respiratory Tract Infection. Severe malaria occurs when infections are complicated by serious organ failures or abnormalities in the patient's blood or metabolism. 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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Nakowa Specialist Hospital Maiduguri
15 Lagos St, Maiduguri 600282, Borno, Nigeria
Background
Isa, a 10-year-old student at Primary School, is known for his sociable nature and love for playing football by the riverside near his home. With aspirations of becoming a businessman in the future to support his parents and siblings, Isa is determined to succeed. However, Isa's well-being took a turn three days ago when he developed fever, headache, cough, and difficulty breathing, accompanied by a loss of appetite. Due to financial constraints, his parents were unable to seek medical treatment for him until they learned about Helpster. Following examination and laboratory investigation at our facility, Isa was diagnosed with Malaria, Enteric fever, and Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI).
Medical history
Isa Nmate, a young child, had been struggling with malaria, enteric fever, and an upper respiratory tract infection that left him weak and unable to play like other children. His worried parents took him to Nakowa Specialist Hospital, where the doctors quickly diagnosed his condition and began a comprehensive treatment plan. Under the Hospital's care, Isa received the right medications which enabled him to slowly regain his strength and energy. The medical expenses was all covered by Helpster Charity which gave the parent great relief and hope. Grateful and overjoyed by Isa's recovery, his parents felt immense appreciation for the hospital and Helpster Charity, knowing that their child had been given a second chance to enjoy his childhood in good health.
Prognosis
Malaria should be treated promptly with the use of antimalarial drugs. If left untreated, it can lead to severe complications and even death. It can result in organ failure, severe anemia, neurological issues, and in some cases, prove fatal, making early diagnosis and treatment crucial for preventing these life-threatening consequences. 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.
