Hina Khan diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer: 6 celebs who successfully defeated the disease
Learn how Hina Khan bravely faces stage-3 breast cancer alongside six other Indian and Bollywood celebrities who have triumphed over the disease.
In the industry ruled by beauty and health, almost all actresses prioritise their health, focusing on pure diets, exercise routines like yoga and gym workouts, and overall self-care beyond the norm. Despite their efforts, some have faced unexpected health challenges, like breast cancer, often due to insufficient awareness. In a piece of news that has left everyone in shock, Hina Khan has been diagnosed with Stage-3 breast cancer.
Hina Khan diagnosed with breast cancer
Hina Khan reveals stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis, begins treatment: 'I am strong and committed'/IG
Breast cancer symptoms
Symptoms of breast cancer may include breast lump, change in colour of breast skin, flattened or inward nipple, change in size of the breast, and skin on the breast showing signs of peeling, scaling, crusting, or flaking among others, as per mayoclinic.org.
Breast cancer causes
Breast cancer is often the result of a complex interplay between your genetic makeup and environmental factors. While the exact cause remains unknown, factors contributing to it include genetics, age, gender, hormonal factors, and lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise.
Indian celebrities who were diagnosed with breast cancer and successfully defeated the deadly disease
1. Tahira Kashyap
The author of Cracking The Code and actor Ayushmann Khurrana's wife Tahira Kashyap was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018. She didn¡¯t hesitate to show her story of battling the disease and inspired other women to be strong and brave too.
2. Mahima Chaudhry
Known for films like Pardes, Dhadkan and Lajja, Mahima revealed in 2022 that she was diagnosed with early stage of breast cancer. She got emotional and broke down as she shared her story in an Instagram post for Anupam Kher.
3. Mumtaz
Veteran actress Mumtaz was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2002 at the age of 54. After six chemotherapies and 35 radiation treatments, she successfully defeated the disease.
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4. Barbara Mori
The Mexican actress who shot to fame for her chemistry with Hrithik Roshan in her debut movie Kites was diagnosed with Stage I breast cancer quite early in her career when she was just 29 years old. Since it was detected in early stage, it was cured.
5. Chhavi Mittal
TV actress Chhavi Mittal who became a household name with daily soaps like Ghar Ki Laxmi Betiyaan and Bandini was diagnosed with the disease in 2022. She said, "I share my recovery journey with everybody because people should also know that life after cancer is normal. It can be as normal as you want it to be. Every cancer is not scary. Most cancers are treatable now¡ Early detection is the key." she said.
6. Hamsa Nandini
Telugu actress Hamsa Nandini, known for featuring in films such as Rudhramadevi and Jai Lava Kusa, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021. She first noticed a lump in her breast and got it tested. After the tumor was removed via surgery, she tested positive for BRCA1 (Hereditary Breast Cancer). "This means that I have a genetic mutation that almost guarantees that I would have a 70 percent chance of another breast cancer and a 45 percent chance of ovarian cancer throughout my life. The only way to mitigate the risk is through some very extensive prophylactic surgeries which I need to undergo before I can claim victory," she said.
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