December 7, 2022
Mit is a proud grandfather. Together with his wife, they have one son, one daughter, and seven precious grandchildren. Mit used to be a rice farmer but no longer goes to the rice paddies due to declining vision. At home, he likes to listen to the monks praying on the radio.
Three years ago, Mit developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him cloudy vision and unable to see in bright sun or low lights. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so is not able to go places on his own.
When Mit learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. On December 7th, doctors will perform small incision cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
He shared: “I hope after surgery I can see better and recognize my relatives. I would like to help my children and be more independent.”
Mit is a proud grandfather. Together with his wife, they have one son, one daughter, and seven precious grandchildren. Mit used to be a rice...
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February 7, 2023
Mit underwent cataract surgery for his right eye.
It was difficult for Mit to travel to Children’s Surgical Centre due to poor vision in the bright sun, but it was important for him to have his eye repaired to occasionally help in the family rice fields. He had successful eye surgery and was able to return home with antibiotic eye drops to aid in healing and reduce the chance of infection. Improved eyesight is important to Mit so he can help his children and grandchildren. He looks forward to improved vision and is happy his eye will feel better soon.
Mit’s wife said, “the doctors here took care of my husband and the operation on his eye is free of charge. Now he can see better and I want to say thank so much to the staff and the people who pay to help us Cambodians.”
It was difficult for Mit to travel to Children's Surgical Centre due to poor vision in the bright sun, but it was important for him to have ...
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