Ry is a 62-year-old farmer from Cambodia and her husband is a monk. She has two sons and four grandchildren. She lives with her youngest son who works in construction. Ry enjoys listening to the monks preaching on the radio and at the pagoda.
Three months ago, Ry developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, blurry vision, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Ry learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour with her granddaughter seeking treatment. On December 4th, 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.
Ry said, “I hope after surgery I can see well so I can take care of my family and plant crops like banana and Khmer mint. I want to be able to get around easily on my own.”