December 10, 2020
Oum is a 65-year-old potato framer from Cambodia. He has three daughters, five sons, many grandchildren. Seven of his children are married. Oum likes to watch the news and Kun Khmer boxing on the TV.
Four years ago, Oum developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him blurred vision, photophobia, irritation, pain, and tearing. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going outside independently.
When Oum learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for six hours with his wife seeking treatment. On December 10th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Oum said, “I just want to see clearly so I can easily go to the field to plant potatoes and take care of my wife and myself.”
Oum is a 65-year-old potato framer from Cambodia. He has three daughters, five sons, many grandchildren. Seven of his children are married. ...
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March 1, 2021
Oum underwent vision-restoring cataract surgery.
Oum’s surgery was a success and, after four years, he has finally regained clear sight in his left eye. After surgery, Oum completed the six hour journey back to his home town situated in the northeast corner of Cambodia. He will now rest and apply eye drops several times per day to prevent infection. Oum’s family is very pleased that he can see everything clearly again and he will no longer have to worry about his vision loss.
After surgery, Oum told us, “I am happy that I can see clearly, I can get back to planting crops and rice, and find another job to earn some money for supporting my family.”
Oum's surgery was a success and, after four years, he has finally regained clear sight in his left eye. After surgery, Oum completed the six...
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