January 3, 2023
Kroy is a 67-year-old retired rice farmer from Cambodia. He has three sons, three daughters, and six grandchildren. Currently, he lives with his wife and their youngest daughter, who is also a rice farmer. At home, Kroy enjoys going to the pagoda with other villagers.
About a year ago, Kroy developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him blurry vision, photophobia, and tearing. As a result, he has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so he cannot go places on his own.
When Kroy learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On January 3rd, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to fund this procedure.
Kroy said: “After surgery, I hope I can see more clearly, so I can recognize faces and join ceremonies at the pagoda in my village.”
Kroy is a 67-year-old retired rice farmer from Cambodia. He has three sons, three daughters, and six grandchildren. Currently, he lives with...
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May 31, 2023
Kroy underwent sight-restoring cataract surgery.
Kroy’s vision had deteriorated and he was unable to go outside without help. This caused him sadness because he could not help his wife with all the tasks they need to do each day to get by. After surgery, he returned home to his province with the hope his sight would be improved. He will rest for a few days, and apply eye drops to aid in healing and decrease the risk of infection. The cataract surgery will improve his life because he will feel more useful to his family and can be more independent. Kroy looks forward to visiting his children and his local pagoda again.
Kroy said: “I can take care of myself now and go outside. My wife and I can take care of our grandchildren and join for the ceremonies at the pagoda again. Thank you to everyone who supports the hospital so I could have care for my eye.”
Kroy's vision had deteriorated and he was unable to go outside without help. This caused him sadness because he could not help his wife with...
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