Yoeum is street food vendor from Cambodia. He has two daughters and one son. He likes to listen to music and radio programs.
Two months ago, Yoeum had an ear infection. This infection caused the tympanic membrane, or the ear drum, in his right ear to perforate. For this reason, Yoeum experiences tinnitus and itchiness. He cannot hear clearly.
Yoeum traveled to our medical partner’s care center to receive treatment. On October 19, he will undergo a myringoplasty procedure in his right ear. During this procedure, surgeons will close the perforation. Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, is requesting $423 to fund this procedure. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care.
He says, “I hope I have better hearing and can return to work without any problems.”