Brenda S., 2

Brenda is the second-born child in a family of two children. She lives with her mother and sister under the care of their grandfather, who is the main provider for the family through casual labor. Brenda’s mother is divorced and lives with a mental health challenge, making the grandfather the primary source of support for the household. Under normal circumstances, Brenda is a cheerful and playful child. She is able to walk and run, interacts well with other children, and enjoys playing with them. She can follow simple instructions and is still developing her speech. She is able to recognize close family members, including her mother, sister, grandfather, and the other children she frequently plays with. According to the mother, Brenda was well until yesterday morning at around 7 a.m. when she developed a mild fever, which made her less active and reduced her usual playfulness. Later in the night, at around 4 a.m., the fever became more severe and Brenda experienced a convulsive episode that lasted approximately five minutes. The mother, who had previously learned about HELPSTER CHARITY through a clinician working in a nearby hospital, quickly rushed Brenda to the health facility to seek medical assistance. Upon arrival at the facility, Brenda was found to have a high fever of 39.8°C. She appeared prostrated and irritable. After clinical assessment, the attending clinician diagnosed her with septicemia and severe malaria and recommended immediate admission for further management and close monitoring.

Brenda was admitted on severe malaria with septicemia of convulsion two episodes, irritability. She was put on antibiotics,paracetamol syrup, IV artesunate. After three days she positively improved and was stable and discharged for home. The mother was advised on net use adherence to drugs as prescribed.

Brenda presented with severe malaria complicated by septicemia, as evidenced by high fever (39.8°C), convulsions, prostration, and irritability. These findings indicate a severe systemic infection requiring immediate hospital admission for close monitoring and treatment. With prompt and appropriate treatment, Brenda has a good chance of recovery. Severe malaria and septicaemia are critical conditions, particularly in young children, and may lead to complications if treatment is delayed.