Srun is a retired rice farmer from Cambodia. He has four sons, three daughters, and twelve grandchildren
Three years ago, Srun developed a pterygium in both eyes, causing him irritation and tearing. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths of the conjunctiva, a mucous layer that lubricates the eye. The growths occur when the conjunctiva is exposed to excessive sun damage and the cells grow abnormally over the pupil. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.
When Srun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. Srun needs a surgical procedure to remove the abnormal conjunctiva from the cornea surface and replace it with a conjunctival graft to prevent recurrence. The total cost of his procedure is $201. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care for two days. The procedure is scheduled for January 22.
He says, “I hope I can recognize my family members after surgery.”