Sopheak is a sixth grade student from Cambodia. He likes to study mathematics and geography, and hopes to become a police officer when he gets older.
Three years ago, Sopheak had an ear infection. This infection caused the tympanic membrane, or the ear drum, in his left ear to perforate. For this reason, Sopheak experiences hearing loss and discharge. He has difficulty hearing others and cannot focus well in school.
Sopheak traveled to our medical partner’s care center to receive treatment. On September 4th, he will undergo a myringoplasty procedure in his left ear. During this procedure, surgeons will close the perforation. Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, is requesting $423 to fund this procedure. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care.
“I hope that after surgery, my son will be able to hear again and will no longer have any ear discharge.” - Sopheak’s Mother