Keyeton Y., 14

Yastin presented with a history of recurring bone pains across all joints, occasional headaches, fever and passage of dark colored urine—appearing sickly and malnourished. Helpster Charity team then sent him to our facility. Keyeton Yastin is a 14 year old child living in Makoko, a very impoverished area in Lagos state Nigeria. Despite this, he is doing well at school and he is currently in primary 5. During the Meyiwavera medical outreach program, conducted in partnership with Helpster Charity in Makoko, children were being screened. This type of community health initiative is crucial in underserved areas, as it can identify children who might otherwise go undiagnosed and untreated. Upon presentation at our hospital, and after further evaluation, he was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia and crisis which required urgent medical care thus saving the life of the child and improving the quality of life. The Hemoglobin was low hence the SCD was associated with anemia which is a life-threatening complication of sickle cell.

Yastin is Anemic and requires close monitoring for anemia and sickle-cell–related complications. His hemoglobin is low (Hb 7.49) and his white cell count is elevated, but his exam is mostly normal and tests show no malaria or urine infection. With consistent medication, good hydration, and follow-up, his condition is manageable, and he is expected to remain clinically stable with proper care.