Yeat is a 54-year-old farmer who lives with her husband, who works on a rubber plantation. Together, they have two sons, three daughters, and many grandchildren. Because of her declining vision, Yeat prefers to stay indoors to take care of her grandchildren. In her spare time, she likes to listen to the news on the radio.
Yeat developed a cataract in her left eye two years ago, causing blurry vision, photophobia, and tearing. As a result, she has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going outside.
When Yeat learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On November 24th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly again. CSC is requesting $229 to fund Yeat’s procedure.
Yeat shared, “After surgery, I hope I can see clearly again and go outside to the rice field and make fried bananas to sell.”