Meas is a 67-year-old housewife with three sons, two daughters, and nine grandchildren. She likes to go to church and to watch comedy programs and Khmer dramas on TV.
Two years ago, Meas developed a cataract in each eye, causing her blurred vision, tearing, irritation and extreme sensitivity to light. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.
When Meas learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On December 26, doctors performed a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in each eye. After recovery, Meas will be able to see clearly again. Now, she needs help to fund this $292 procedure.
“I hope I can see more clearly,” says Meas, “so that I can easily do any work, go anywhere by myself, and recognize the faces of everyone.”