November 3, 2022
Khneng is a 67 year old former farmer. He lives with his wife and youngest daughter - a garment worker - in Cambodia. Together, he and his wife have one son, five daughters, and four grandchildren. To supplement their income, Khneng maintains a small vegetable garden.
Two years ago, Khneng developed a cataract in his left eye, which causes him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Because he has difficulty seeing clearly, he is reluctant to go out on his own.
When Khneng learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for three and a half hours to seek treatment. On November 3rd, doctors at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre will perform small incision cataract surgery, and implant an intraocular lens in his left eye. After he has fully recovered, Khneng will be able to see clearly, and regain his independence. Now, he needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
Khneng said: “I hope after surgery my eye can see better. I hope to go outside, take care of myself, and plant vegetables around my house to sell and support our living.”
Khneng is a 67 year old former farmer. He lives with his wife and youngest daughter - a garment worker - in Cambodia. Together, he and his ...
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March 30, 2023
Khneng underwent life-changing cataract surgery.
It was difficult for Khneng to go outside of his house anymore due to light sensitivity from his cataract, and he could not participate in his favorite activities. After his eye surgery, he rested for a few days and applied eye drops to help to recover. His vision improved dramatically, and he can now recognize his family’s faces and venture outside in the sun. His life will improve because he can do the things he enjoys again, like walking his grandchildren to school and working in his vegetable garden.
Khneng shared: “My eyesight has improved so that I can be helpful to my family. Now I can help in the house and take care of my grandchildren. I am happy outside in my garden. Thank you to the kind strangers who paid for my surgery so I can see well again.”
It was difficult for Khneng to go outside of his house anymore due to light sensitivity from his cataract, and he could not participate in h...
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