Heo Ji Woong Diagnosed with Malignant Lymphoma

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A writer and entertainer Heo Ji Woong revealed that he has been diagnosed with malignant lymphoma and is being treated with chemotherapy. 

On December 12, Heo Ji-woong shared his story of diagnosis on Instagram. 

“I have received a diagnosis of malignant lymphoma. They say it is a sort of hematologic cancer. There have been some swellings and lethargy for a while, but I never noticed that it would be a signal of a serious disease. While I waited for medical confirmation, I had lots of thought in these past few weeks. The good thing is that I could finish all the scheduled work. I also finished my last filming of 'Amor Party' of tvN."

His agency, Esteem Entertainment also released an official statement, saying "Heo Ji woong felt something wrong recently while handling with a busy schedule. He visited a hospital and was diagnosed with B cell lymphoma, and started a chemotherapy."

Written by Han Hye Seon

Translated by Lee So Yun

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