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Actress Ufuoma McDermott Opens Up About Her 12-Year Battle with Kidney Disease (VIDEO)
Nigerian actress and filmmaker Ufuoma McDermott has shared her journey through a 12-year struggle with kidney disease, which intensified last year when she was diagnosed with Stage 4. Her health challenges escalated from Stage 3 to Stage 4 after delays in treatment, becoming a defining chapter in her life and career.
Ufuoma attributes her condition to prolonged use of painkillers, which led to severe complications. Her battle with the illness included a six-month period of immobility, significant weight loss, and moments of uncertainty about her future. In an honest interview, she discussed the toll the illness has taken on her, both physically and emotionally, and how it affected her career in acting and film production.
For the first time, Ufuoma also revealed her choice to live abroad with her family while continuing to work in Nigeria. This decision has allowed her to prioritize her health and well-being while balancing her public career with a more private family life.
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