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Comedian Richard Herring Diagnosed With Incurable Leukaemia
18 Jun
Summary
- Richard Herring has incurable hairy cell leukaemia.
- He previously beat testicular cancer five years ago.
- Herring states the condition is treatable despite being incurable.
Stand-up comedian Richard Herring, known for his role in 'Taskmaster,' has shared that he has been diagnosed with incurable hairy cell leukaemia. This marks his second cancer diagnosis, following his successful treatment for testicular cancer five years prior.
Herring revealed his new diagnosis in a humorous and candid essay. He clarified that while the hairy cell leukaemia is incurable, it is treatable, and the treatment has a low risk of mortality. The comedian also shared his intentions to use his illness for comedic advantage, playfully mentioning avoiding social events and using his condition for financial gain.
Herring has already commenced chemotherapy. Hairy cell leukaemia is a slow-progressing blood cancer affecting B lymphocytes. While not curable, chemotherapy can lead to long-lasting remissions.
