Sophea is a 59-year-old woman who is married with three daughters and six grandchildren. She lives in Cambodia and enjoys watching the news and visiting the pagoda to listen the monks pray.
Sophea developed a pterygium (benign growth of conjunctiva) in each eye six years ago. This causes her blurred vision, irritation, burning, and tearing. She can’t see clearly, do work well, or get around outside on her own. Thus, she traveled three hours with her daughter to reach Children’s Surgical Centre for treatment.
For only $150, Sophea will undergo a pterygium excision surgery in each eye, during which the conjunctiva growths will be removed. She will then be able to see clearly again and her pain, burning, and irritation will be relieved.
“I hope I feel comfortable after my surgery so I can easily watch TV and look after my grandchildren,” shares Sophea.