February 3, 2023
Sinuon is a 73-year-old widow living in Kampong Cham province. She is a retired Cambodian noodle maker and has one daughter, three sons, and seven grandchildren. Currently, she lives alone near her oldest daughter and is supported by her children. After she helps cook for her daughter, she likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio.
About two years ago, Sinuon developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her photophobia, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking. As a result, she is unable to travel on her own.
When Sinuon learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. On February 3rd, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery, and implant an intraocular lens in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Sinuon needs help raising $253 to fund her procedure.
“I hope after surgery I can see better. I want to go outside, recognize the faces of my family, and take care of myself.”
Sinuon is a 73-year-old widow living in Kampong Cham province. She is a retired Cambodian noodle maker and has one daughter, three sons, and...
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March 12, 2023
Sinuon received her cataract surgery and is now at home recovering.
Sinuon’s daily activities are centered around supporting her family, and it had become increasingly difficult for her to see well enough to continue many of her usual activities. She took the advice of a relative and traveled for surgery to remove her cataract. She spent one night in the hospital after surgery, then was able to return home with medicated eye drops to aid in healing. With improved eyesight, she can be independent, more helpful to her family, and occasionally even make her famous noodles.
Sinuon’s daughter said: “I feel happy to see my mother’s eyesight is better. She can take care of herself and join ceremonies at the pagoda in our village. I want to say thank you for helping her eye to see well again.”
Sinuon's daily activities are centered around supporting her family, and it had become increasingly difficult for her to see well enough to ...
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