Leang is a factory worker from Cambodia. She has two sons, one daughter, and two grandchildren. She likes to read about Buddha.
Two years ago, Leang developed a pterygium in her right eye, causing her blurred vision, red eye sometimes, and irritation. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths of the conjunctiva, a mucous layer that lubricates the eye. The growths occur when the conjunctiva is exposed to excessive sun damage and the cells grow abnormally over the pupil. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.
When Leang learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for half an hour seeking treatment. Leang needs a surgical procedure to remove the abnormal conjunctiva from the cornea surface and replace it with a conjunctival graft to prevent recurrence. The total cost of her procedure is $201. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care for two days. The procedure is scheduled for April 26.
She says, “I want to improve my vision so I can cook well.”
