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‘Lymphoma’ Cancer

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Previously, we had reported on cases of cancer that occurred among women. However, in conjunction with the ‘Movember’ Campaign which is celebrated every November, News at 10 tonight shares the experience of a former ‘Lymphoma’ cancer patient in going through challenging moments.

 

Looking back on his experience as a ‘Lymphoma’ cancer patient, 27-year-old Awang Leong Weng Kit said anyone can get cancer even at a young age. ‘Lymphoma’ is a type of cancer originating from white blood cells. The White blood cells function to protect the body from different organisms such as germs, viruses, fungi and so on. At first, he was unaware of the signs of cancer and realised about it from the emergence of a Lympho in his neck together with always having night-sweats. He underwent a biopsy at Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital and was informed that he had Stage 4 Lymphoma which was found in his bone marrow. He then underwent treatment at Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre.

 

Although the treatment process was not easy, he persevered through it. He added that support from family members and friends as well as the doctors and nurses gave him the strength to undergo the rehabilitation process with no other issues. Maintaining a healthy diet and taking 30 minute daily walks also helped in the process.

 

Based on statistics, almost half of the 987 new cases of cancer diagnosed in 2020 are new cases of cancer among men. According to the Ministry of Health, one in four men in the country is at risk of developing cancer during their lifetime.

 

Therefore, let’s work together to raise awareness about men’s health by providing support in the fight against men’s cancer.

 

 

Source: Radio Television Brunei