Actress Kirron Kher diagnosed with Blood Cancer

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and Bollywood actress Kirron Kher has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, her actor-husband Anupam Kher released a statement on Thursday.

Anupam Kher, on Twitter released a statement, also on behalf of son Sikandar, that his wife is currently undergoing treatment in Mumbai.

He wrote:

Just so that rumours don’t get the better of a situation Sikandar and I would like to inform everyone that Kirron has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer.

He said:

She is currently undergoing treatment and we are sure she will come out of this stronger than before. We are very blessed that she is being looked after by a phenomenal set of doctors. She’s always been a fighter and takes things head on

Anupam Kher added that:

She’s all heart and that’s why she has so many people that love her. so keep sending your love to her in your prayers and in your heart.

He wrote:

She is well on her way to recovery and we thank everyone for their support and love.

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— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) April 1, 2021

What is Multiple myeloma?

Multiple myeloma (MM), also known as plasma cell myeloma and simply myeloma, is a cancer of plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that normally produces antibodies. Often, no symptoms are noticed initially. As it progresses, bone pain, anemia, kidney dysfunction, and infections may occur.