Penh is a 64-year-old grandmother with one daughter and three grandchildren. She likes to go to the pagoda to listen to monks pray in her free time.
Penh developed a pterygium in each eye about ten years ago, causing her blurred vision and redness. She finds it difficult to see things clearly. She does not feel comfortable enough to do any type of work or to go anywhere outside by herself.
Penh knew about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), because her sister had surgery at CSC before. She traveled for two hours with her daughter to reach CSC for treatment.
On June 1, eye surgeons at CSC will remove the pterygium from each eye to enable Penh to see clearly again. CSC is requesting $148 to fund the procedure. The requested $148 pays for surgical materials, medication, and two nights of hospital stay.