Maureen M., 12

Maureen Mueni is a 12-year-old, energetic girl living with her parents in one of the slums in Nairobi. She loves playing football and engaging in sports, with aspirations of becoming a top athlete in the future. Her parents earn a living by hawking merchandise along the busy roads in Nairobi. Maureen was referred to Helpster Charity by a community health worker who also works part-time at Rheemah Hospital. A few days ago, she began experiencing nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Initial oral treatments provided at home did not improve her condition, and with the assistance of the community health worker, she was brought to Rheemah Hospital for further medical care.

Maureen Mueni had been well until a few days prior to presentation, when she began experiencing abdominal pain. As her condition worsened, she was taken to Rheemah Hospital for medical evaluation. She underwent thorough clinical assessment and relevant investigations by the Medical Officer on duty and was diagnosed with amoebiasis and an eye infection. Prompt treatment was initiated, including Netazox 500 mg, Brufen 400 mg, Dyrade M tablets, and Zentel. According to feedback from the children’s home volunteer, Maureen showed good improvement and was able to return to school after one week.

Maureen’s prognosis is good. With prompt and appropriate treatment for amoebiasis, she is expected to recover fully. Supportive care, including proper hydration, nutrition, and follow-up as advised by healthcare providers, will help ensure complete resolution of symptoms and prevent complications.