November 21, 2022
Cheng is a 48-year-old rice farmer. He is married with two sons. He is also chief of his local commune. His wife farms the rice paddies with him and his sons are students. When he is at home, he likes to watch the news and boxing on TV.
Five years ago, Cheng developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him blurry vision and tearing. This has made life much more difficult for him. But when Cheng learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for four and a half hours hoping for treatment.
On November 21st, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly again and live his full life in the future. Now, he needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
Cheng said: “I hope after surgery I will see better. I want to visit places by myself and read the news.”
Cheng is a 48-year-old rice farmer. He is married with two sons. He is also chief of his local commune. His wife farms the rice paddies with...
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April 24, 2023
Cheng underwent cataract surgery for his right eye.
On the advice of a villager, Cheng traveled with his wife to seek help for his blurry vision. When he was able to open his eye the following day after his cataract surgery, he was amazed at how well he could see faces and colors. He will rest for a few days at home, and apply prescription eye drops to aid in healing. Cheng’s life will improve because he will be able to work outside in his rice field and continue as the chief of the commune. This will allow him to support his family and make sure they have sufficient food.
Cheng said: “I am so happy I will be able to read books and newspapers again. It was very hard for me to lead our commune when I could not see well enough to read. I would like to thank the people who donated to Children’s Surgical Centre so we can have good care for our eyes and be able to support ourselves.”
On the advice of a villager, Cheng traveled with his wife to seek help for his blurry vision. When he was able to open his eye the following...
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