Surgery fund for Ebuka: cataract surgery in Abuja

In August I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Abuja University Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $700, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $350 short. Doctors at Abuja University Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $700 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $350 goes: • Post-operative medication: $45 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $170 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Ebuka