May 2, 2023
Ateikas is a 68-year-old retired fish seller from Kampong Cham province in Cambodia. She is widowed and has five sons, three daughters, and sixteen grandchildren. Ever since her husband passed away seven years ago, her children and grandchildren have looked after her.
About one year ago, Ateikas developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her to experience itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Her impaired vision also makes her more dependent on her extended family.
When Ateikas learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On May 2nd, doctors at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre will perform small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her right eye. After recovery, Ateikas should regain both her vision and independence. Now, she needs your help to fund this $253 procedure.
Ateikas shared: “I hope after surgery my eye can see more clearly, and I can help with my grandchildren at home.”
Ateikas is a 68-year-old retired fish seller from Kampong Cham province in Cambodia. She is widowed and has five sons, three daughters, and ...
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December 30, 2023
Ateikas received cataract surgery.
Ateikas was familiar with our medical partner CSC through a relative who had undergone surgery there, which gave her confidence to seek eye care. Following the procedure, she spent the night in the hospital for post-operative observation before heading home. To minimize the risk of infection, she will apply eye drops eight times a day and avoid getting water near her eye for a week. Ateikas is eager to resume her daily activities such as cooking, looking after her grandchildren, and attending prayers with her family at the local mosque.
Ateikas said: “I am grateful that my eyesight is good, I can take care of myself and my grandchildren, do household chores, and go outside without worrying about my vision.”
Ateikas was familiar with our medical partner CSC through a relative who had undergone surgery there, which gave her confidence to seek eye ...
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