- Request received29/03/2024
- Checked & confirmed25/04/2024
- Fundraising25/04/2024
- Treatment provided25/11/2024
- Invoice paid22/11/2024
- Case closed09/12/2024
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.
Download Helpster App to get access to full reports and documents
Farida S., 3
Report publishedInfections
0
$30
About infections
Farida was diagnosed with Malaria, Enteric fever and Upper Respiratory Tract Infections 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.
Thank you for saving this life!
100%
$30 raised of $30
Nakowa Specialist Hospital Maiduguri
15 Lagos St, Maiduguri 600282, Borno, Nigeria
Background
Farida is a three-year-old girl who lives with her grandmother in a small community. She is the fourth child among five siblings and is a joyful and promising girl. She was apparently well until three days ago when she developed fever, headache, cough, and catarrh, along with a loss of appetite and skin itching. Upon examination and laboratory investigation, she was diagnosed with malaria, enteric fever, and acute respiratory infection (ARI)
Medical history
Farida Surajah, a 3-year-old girl, was treated for malaria, enteric fever, and upper respiratory tract infections. She was brought to the clinic with high fever, cough, and general weakness. After a thorough examination, she was diagnosed with these conditions and immediately started on a course of antimalarial drugs, antibiotics, and supportive care including fluids and fever management by Nakowa Specialist Hospital. The treatment was successful, and Farida responded well to the medications, with her fever subsiding within a few days and her energy levels gradually returning. Over the next week, her symptoms continued to improve, and she fully recovered, showing no signs of infection. Farida has now returned to her normal activities, playing and interacting with her peers as a healthy and happy child. Her parents expressed deep gratitude to the medical team of Nakowa Specialist Hospital and to Helpster Charity, which made the treatment possible. They thanked the organization for their kindness and support, which saved their daughter's life and brought joy back to their home.
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.
