Y Mey is nine years old and in the second grade. She has two sisters and two brothers. She likes to play with other children and watch TV.
In February 2010, Y Mey was burned in a fire, sustaining severe burns on the right side of her face, both hands, both arms, right armpit, right side of her chest, and stomach. She developed contractures that tightened the skin around her burns, making it difficult for her to use her hands and arms.
Y Mey’s parents first heard about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), from their relative. Y Mey has undergone a series of procedures at CSC in order to gradually treat her contractures.
Now, on February 3, surgeons at CSC will perform a contracture release procedure in her right elbow and left thumb. Her family cannot afford this procedure, so CSC is requesting $378 to fund the surgery. After recovery, she will feel more comfortable.