Yai is a 67-year-old housewife with one son, four daughters, and ten grandchildren. In her free time, she likes to listen to monks pray on the radio. About five months ago, Yai developed cataracts in both eyes. This has caused her blurred vision, pain, and extreme sensitivity to light. Her symptoms have made it difficult for her to cook, work, and go outside.
Yai traveled three hours with her husband to reach our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC). On January 16, doctors will remove the cloudy cataracts and implant clear new lenses. After surgery, Yai will be able to see clearly again. She says, “I hope to see everything better than now, so that I can help my family work on the farm, cook, and go anywhere by myself.”
CSC is requesting $292 to fund the excision and lens implants.