November 29th 2024.
Alexis Ohanian recently shared on social media that he underwent surgery on his thyroid to prevent any potential cancerous nodules from developing. The Reddit co-founder, who is also known as the husband of tennis superstar Serena Williams, opened up about his Thanksgiving ordeal and the surgery he had to undergo. He shared post-surgery photos of himself in a hospital bed and explained that he had been tracking suspicious nodules on his thyroid for the past four years. After a recent biopsy revealed that the nodules were likely to turn cancerous, he decided to have half of his thyroid removed to prevent any further complications.
For Alexis, the fear of cancer hits close to home as his mother had breast cancer at a similar age and eventually passed away from brain cancer. He expressed his hatred for cancer and the importance of taking preventative measures. He also mentioned that the surgery went smoothly and he is grateful to have received the news on Thanksgiving that the removed half of his thyroid was indeed full of potentially cancerous nodules.
Although the recovery process has been challenging, with a two-week restriction on lifting, Alexis is looking forward to getting back to his routine and spending quality time with his family. He even took his daughters to Disney World during his recovery time, reminding himself that life is truly wonderful.
This is not the first health scare for Alexis this year, as he was also diagnosed with Lyme disease earlier in the year. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is often transmitted through tick bites and can cause several symptoms such as joint and muscle pain, headaches, and fatigue. It was discovered during a routine health check, despite Alexis not showing any symptoms.
In addition to his own health, Alexis also encouraged other men to prioritize their health and make regular doctor's appointments, especially if they are fathers. He emphasized the importance of catching potential health issues early on.
Moving on to the topic of thyroid cancer, some common symptoms include a lump in the front of the neck, a hoarse voice, difficulty swallowing or breathing, and pain in the neck area. Other symptoms may include a cough, redness in the face, changes in bowel movements, and weight loss. While spending time in wooded areas can increase the risk of contracting the condition, Alexis was surprised as he does not spend much time in such environments.
As for Serena and Alexis, they have been happily married for seven years and have two children together. Their second daughter, Adira River, was born in August of this year. The tennis star announced the happy news on social media by posting a video of their family with their new addition. The couple first got engaged in 2016 and tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony the following year, surrounded by celebrity guests such as Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian. They welcomed their first daughter, Alexis Olympia, in 2017 and Serena announced her second pregnancy at the Met Gala last year.
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