September 1, 2021
Kea is a student who lives in a rural province of Cambodia with his parents, who are farmers, and his younger brother and sister.
When he was 11, Kea had a severe ear infection that caused the tympanic membrane, or the ear drum, in his left ear to perforate. As a result, Kea experiences pain and discharge from his ear. He also has difficulty communicating with others.
Kea traveled to visit our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), to receive treatment. On September 1st, he will undergo a myringoplasty procedure in his left ear. During the procedure, surgeons will close the perforation. Now CSC is requesting $464 to fund his procedure. This will cover the cost of medications, supplies, and inpatient care.
Kea shared, “I hope my hearing will improve and the the infection and pain will go away.”
Kea is a student who lives in a rural province of Cambodia with his parents, who are farmers, and his younger brother and sister.
When he...
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October 21, 2021
Kea underwent a myringoplasty and is heading back to school.
Kea and his family traveled 3 hours to have surgery on his perforated eardrum. His surgery was successful and he returned one week later to have his stitches removed. Kea no longer has discharge from his ear, and his pain has ceased. He can return to school and participate more fully with improved hearing.
Kea’s parents said: Our son had good results and can hear much better. Thank you to the CSC staff and to the donors who help farmers like us to have a better life.”
Kea and his family traveled 3 hours to have surgery on his perforated eardrum. His surgery was successful and he returned one week later to...
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