Kanh is 82 years old and a widower from Cambodia. He is a retired rice farmer. He has four daughters and currently lives with his youngest daughter, who works as a garment factory laborer and helps take care of him. In his daily life, he enjoys attending local ceremonies and community gatherings, which are meaningful activities for him.
About one year ago, aging cataract, Kanh developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so he is not able to go places on his own.
When Kanh learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On March 16th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery, and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Kanh is able to contribute $25 to his care, but needs help raising $238 more to fund the procedure.
Kanh said. “I hope that after the eye surgery, my vision will improve so that I can see more clearly, easily recognize family members and friends, travel to distant places, and once again participate in ceremonies and social events in my community.”