Saroeun is a 58-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. She is married with two sons, four daughters, and eight grandchildren. Saroeun’s husband is also a farmer. She shared with us that she enjoys watching Khmer dramas on TV, but this is hard to do as her eyesight has worsened.
Three years ago, Saroeun developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her blurry vision, burning, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Saroeun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for three and a half hours with her sister-in-law seeking treatment. On September 21st, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Saroeun said, “I hope after surgery I can continue my work at the farm and can cook more at home.”