- Request received04/08/2023
- Checked & Confirmed29/10/2023
- Fundraising30/11/2023
- Treatment provided08/08/2023
- Invoice paid30/11/2023
- Case closed29/12/2023
Why is treatment done earlier than admission?
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That's why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
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Umar Y., 3
Report publishedPathology
128
$160
$155 left to save this life
$5/$160
3%
Background
Umar, a 2-year and 8-month-old boy, lives in Ngomari ward, and his dad is a blacksmith. He's been dealing with a swelling on his right side in the groin for over 8 months, and sometimes it hurts. Umar really enjoys playing with toys.
Medical history
Umar was admitted to the hospital with Right Obstructed Inguinal Hernia. He had a surgery on the 05th August, 2023. The surgery was conducted successfully, Umar had his post-operation treatment, and was discharged home on 08th August, 2023.
Outcome
Umar's swelling needs to be surgically removed, and the boy has to go through the course of antibiotics. If scrotal swelling is left untreated, it may worsen over time, potentially causing increased pain and discomfort. In some cases, underlying conditions, like hernias or infections, can lead to complications such as bowel obstructions, strangulation, or abscess formation, which may require more extensive treatment or surgery.