Kidney Failure... Don’t Let It Happen
to You
Diabetes and hypertension run in my family. Both my late parents had these diseases. My six siblings and I also suffer from diabetes and hypertension. Sadly, my sisters Swee Lan and Swee Kam, and I, ended up with kidney failure. Swee Lan’s husband, who is also diabetic and hypertensive, also has kidney failure. These two conditions can lead to stroke, which what my mother
had. I have to be careful as I too, have heart problems with two stents inserted in me. My two sisters, brother-in-law and I have gone through much pain and suffering. I encourage everyone to take care of your health and
go for health checks. Don’t get kidney failure as the
consequences are detrimental.
Why did this happen to me? I feel sad. I
knew I had diabetes and hypertension since
my National Service days but had never really
bothered with my condition. Because I
worked long hours, I ate unhealthy food from
outside. I also did not take my medication
regularly and on time.
Mr Fong Theen Cheon, 58
