February 12, 2018
Chhanun is a one-year-old child from Cambodia. She likes to play with toy cars and enjoys eating fruit.
Four months ago, she was burned by hot water. Burn scar contractures have developed, tightening the skin around her fingers. She cannot hold things or easily move her fingers.
When Chhanun’s family learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, they traveled for six and a half hours seeking treatment. On February 12, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to to help her use her hands again. Now, her family needs help to fund this $448 procedure.
Her father says, “I hope my daughter can use her hand freely again.”
Chhanun is a one-year-old child from Cambodia. She likes to play with toy cars and enjoys eating fruit.
Four months ago, she was burned b...
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February 16, 2018
Chhanun underwent burn repair surgery.
Chhanun is recovering well from surgery. She is doing light physiotherapy as her mobility continues to improve. Chhanun will continue exercises at home, and has returned to her family and village.
Her father said, “I am happy to see my daughter has normal fingers and without pain. I am happy with the good results.”
Chhanun is recovering well from surgery. She is doing light physiotherapy as her mobility continues to improve. Chhanun will continue exerci...
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