- Request received29/04/2024
- Checked & Confirmed24/05/2024
- Fundraising21/03/2025
- Treatment provided22/06/2025
- Invoice paid10/06/2025
- Case closed04/08/2025
Why is treatment done earlier than admission?
Sometimes, when a case is urgent and vital, hospitals may proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalization 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.
Muhammed M., 14
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Divine Amazing Grace Hospital
2 Musari Apena St, Airport Rd, off local, Shogunle, Ikeja 102214, Lagos, Nigeria
Background
Muhammed, the youngest of six siblings, has been raised solely by his mother for the past four years after his father left the family. They live in a modest rented room, and Muhammed's mother earns a living by helping people carry goods in the market. Despite the family's challenges, Muhammed is passionate about football and aspires to become a lawyer. About a year ago, Muhammed noticed a swelling in his groin accompanied by pain. Upon examination, Muhammed was diagnosed with hydrocele, a condition requiring surgical repair. Unable to afford the cost of surgery, he sought help from Helpster.
Medical history
Muhammed Morounkola was diagnosed with Hydrocele and admitted upon Helpster's approval for the surgery. The surgery was successfully done with no complications. Child recovered and could resume his activities with joy. his parents were happy and grateful.
Outcome
The persistent presence of a hydrocele can cause ongoing discomfort, heaviness, or a feeling of fullness in the scrotum. Although hydroceles are not typically associated with infections, untreated ones may become prone to infections, which can result in pain and complications. Larger hydroceles can interfere with activities like walking or participating in sports due to the added weight and size of the swollen scrotum. Surgical removal of the hydrocele sac is the most effective and permanent treatment for hydrocele. It is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision in the scrotum, drains the fluid, and removes the sac.