Saroeun is a 62-year-old grandmother from Cambodia. She is married and has three sons, two daughters, and ten grandchildren. She likes to chat with her neighbors, look after her grandchildren, and join ceremonies at the pagoda.
One year ago, Saroeun developed a cataract in each eye, causing her blurred vision, tearing, extreme sensitivity to light, and cloudy lenses. It is difficult for her to see things clearly, and she is worried about going blind.
Saroeun knew about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), because her neighbor had surgery there before. She traveled for three hours with her daughter to reach CSC for treatment.
On January 9, she will receive cataract surgery. Surgeons will use an ultrasonic device to break up and remove the cataracts. They will then implant an artificial lens in each eye. After the surgery, Saroeun will be able to see clearly again.
CSC is requesting $292 to fund this treatment.
“I hope that I can see more clearly,” says Saroeun, “so that I can sell things from my home and look after my grandchildren easily. I want to be able to go anywhere by myself.”