August 1, 2022
Sambath is an 85-year-old retired rice farmer. Her husband and young son both unfortunately passed during the Khmer Rouge. She currently lives with her niece, who is a hair dresser. Sambath enjoys listening to monks pray on the radio.
Two years ago, Sambath developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her to experience blurry vision, light sensitivity, and eye tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own.
When Sambath learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On August 1st, doctors will perform cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help funding this $253 procedure.
Sambath says, “After surgery, I hope my eye can see well again so I can go outside on my own.”
Sambath is an 85-year-old retired rice farmer. Her husband and young son both unfortunately passed during the Khmer Rouge. She currently liv...
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January 9, 2023
Sambath underwent cataract surgery so she can see clearly again.
Sambath became increasingly sad when her vision started to deteriorate due to a cataract. She was unable to do things to keep her active and could not travel by herself any longer. She was thrilled to have her cataract surgery and spent one night in the hospital post-operatively to recover. She will take it easy at home and apply antibiotic eye drops to aid in healing. She looks forward to being more independent and helping her niece with house chores.
Sambath’s niece said: “It is a relief that my aunt’s vision will improve after surgery. She was sad at home by herself; now she can walk around the village and spend time with neighbors. Thank you to the sponsors who donated to heal her eye. We are very grateful.”
Sambath became increasingly sad when her vision started to deteriorate due to a cataract. She was unable to do things to keep her active and...
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