- Request received29/03/2024
- Checked & Confirmed25/04/2024
- Fundraising25/11/2024
- Treatment provided25/03/2024
- Invoice paid22/11/2024
- Case closed30/12/2024
Why is treatment done earlier than admission?
Sometimes, when a case is urgent and vital, hospitals may proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalization of admission procedures. Usually, when this happens, hospitals put the bill on our credit until the funds are transferred to their accounts.
That's why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
Mustapha A., 14
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Nakowa Specialist Hospital Maiduguri
15 Lagos St, Maiduguri 600282, Borno, Nigeria
Background
Mustapha is a fourteen-year-old boy atteding an orphanage school. In his leisure time, he loves to play ball and aspires to become a doctor in the future. Two weeks ago, he began experiencing difficulty in urinating, accompanied by severe pain from his genitals up to his abdomen. Due to financial constraints, his family had been unable to seek medical attention for him until Helpster intervened. He was evaluated and diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI).
Medical history
Mustapha Abubakar, a 14-year-old boy, was recently treated for a urinary tract infection (UTI) with a course of prescribed antibiotics, which were administered as per the doctor's instructions. The treatment was successful, and Mustapha has fully recovered, experiencing no further symptoms of the infection. Thanks to the timely medical intervention, Mustapha has been able to return to his normal daily activities, including attending school and playing with his friends, without any discomfort or health concerns. His parents are immensely grateful for the care and support provided by the medical team and would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Helpster Charity for their generous assistance in making this treatment possible. The charity's help ensured that Mustapha received the necessary medication and care, which has allowed him to get back to living a healthy and happy life.
Outcome
The infection should be treated immediately, since it may spread onto kidneys, if left untreated. It will also keep causing pain and discomfort if the treatment is not received.