Success! Sy from Cambodia raised $398 to fund cataract surgery.

Sy
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Fully funded
Sy's treatment was fully funded on January 7, 2019.
  • Sy's story
  • Sy's update
October 14, 2018

Photo of Sy post-operation

October 24, 2018

Sy underwent cataract surgery.

Sy has returned home after a quick and successful surgery. Sy’s visual acuity has improved, which will greatly improve his quality of life. ...

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Sy's Timeline

  • October 14, 2018
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Sy was submitted by Lindsay Bownik, Stakeholder Relations Officer at Children's Surgical Centre.

  • October 15, 2018
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Sy received treatment at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre in Cambodia. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • October 23, 2018
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Sy's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • October 24, 2018
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Sy's treatment was successful. Read the update.

  • January 7, 2019
    FULLY FUNDED

    Sy's treatment was fully funded.

Funded by 9 donors

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Chhorn is a 68 year old resident of Phnom Penh City. He shares his home with his wife, three daughters, and two sons. His youngest daughter is currently pursuing her studies at a local university while residing with them. At home, Chhorn finds enjoyment in watching boxing on TV and engaging in regular exercise. However, Chhorn has been facing persistent challenges over the past few years due to chronic ear infections - called otitis media - in his right ear. This condition has led to right ear tinnitus, a feeling of fullness, and severe pain. Unfortunately, these issues have escalated in recent months, affecting his hearing and making communication, especially at his workplace, increasingly difficult. Despite seeking medical treatment, the problem persists. He feels that there is hope on the horizon, though, as skilled ENT experts from our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, are able to help him get well again. Chhorn is scheduled for a myringotomy ear surgery on December 13th. Myringotomy involves making a small opening in the eardrum to drain the fluid and relieve the pressure from the middle ear. Sometimes a small tube is placed in the opening of the eardrum to ventilate the middle ear and to prevent fluid from accumulating. This procedure aims to address his ear issues and alleviate the associated symptoms, providing him with a renewed sense of well-being and improved communication abilities. Now, Chhorn needs your help with the cost of the $184 procedure. He shared: "I hope after surgery, I will have no more ear pain and can communicate better with my family and customers."

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