Savry is 21 years old and recently got a job working in a garment factory in Cambodia. She is pleased to have a steady job but, she’s recently had to miss a lot of work due to a thyroid goiter.
Savry’s thyroid goiter first presented itself as a lump in her neck. It wasn’t initially too painful, and because treatment can be difficult to arrange in Cambodia, Savry did not seek medical attention. In the last few years, however, the goiter has grown in size and has become very uncomfortable - preventing Savry from breathing, eating, and swallowing without pain.
For $225, Savry will have surgery to remove the goiter. This operation will decrease Savry’s pain, prevent future breathing and eating problems, and increase her self-confidence as she embarks on her new job!