Mst S., 21

Mst. Sumaiya is a resilient 21-year-old Rohingya refugee and school teacher who has sacrificed her own plans to support her disabled father, mother, and younger siblings in their 11-member family. As the family’s only earning member, she earns just BDT 6,000 per month teaching at an NGO-run school, which is barely enough for basic necessities and leaves no money for her own hospitalization and treatment. After learning about Helpster Charity through the medical outreach at Kutupalong, she sought support when enteric fever with UTI caused persistent fever, vomiting, weakness, poor appetite, and painful urination. Without timely treatment, the infections may worsen and lead to severe dehydration, kidney infection, intestinal complications, or spread into the bloodstream. In severe cases, sepsis, shock, and organ failure may develop, making timely medical support essential for Sumaiya’s recovery and for the family that depends on her.

According to the doctor, hospital admission with close monitoring, fever and symptom management, nutritional support, investigations, and supportive care is essential for Sumaiya’s recovery. With timely treatment, her fever, vomiting, urinary symptoms, and weakness are expected to improve, allowing her to regain strength and return to normal daily activities. If left untreated, enteric fever may cause intestinal bleeding or perforation, while the UTI may spread to the kidneys or bloodstream. These complications can lead to severe dehydration, sepsis, shock, organ failure, and potentially life-threatening consequences.