From kidney to cancer... these diseases took away these 3 celebs in 17 days, know how dangerous they are?

Sometimes, even these shining stars fall prey to serious illnesses. In the past 17 days, three prominent artists have passed away due to fatal illnesses

The Indian TV and film industry boasts numerous artists who forever captivate audiences with their acting and style. Sadly, even these shining stars can sometimes fall prey to serious illnesses. In the past 17 days, three prominent actors have passed away due to illness. Therefore, it's crucial to understand the underlying causes and severity of these illnesses so we can remain vigilant about our own health. Let's explore who these artists were and how dangerous their illnesses were. 

Who were these artists, and how dangerous were their diseases?

1. Asrani - The uncrowned king of comedy, Asrani always captivated audiences with his witty style and humor. However, he breathed his last on October 20th at around 3 p.m. According to reports, Asrani had been suffering from pulmonary edema, a serious lung disease. 

What is pulmonary edema?

In this disease, fluid accumulates in the alveoli of the lungs. This leads to a lack of oxygen in the body and difficulty breathing. Pulmonary edema can occur suddenly or gradually and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as heart problems, lung infections, pollution, drug overdose, or stroke. Its symptoms include shortness of breath and shortness of breath, difficulty breathing while lying down or at night, cough, bluish discoloration of the skin, lips, and fingers, fatigue, restlessness, and weakness, swelling of the feet, ankles, or other parts, excessive sweating, and an increased heart rate. It can be controlled by timely consultation with a doctor and recognizing the symptoms.

2. Satish Shah - Satish Shah, a renowned TV and film actor, passed away on October 25th at Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai. He had been battling a serious kidney disease for a long time. Satish Shah's kidney disease was in stage 4, meaning approximately 75 to 85 percent of kidney function had been lost. In this stage, the kidneys struggle to remove toxins from the body, which can lead to problems like high blood pressure, heart problems, anemia, and osteoporosis. 

What is kidney failure?

Kidneys are vital organs in the body. They clean the blood, maintain water and electrolyte balance, and regulate hormones. When the kidneys malfunction, toxins accumulate in the body and can lead to a number of other conditions. Symptoms include increased or decreased urination, swelling of the face, feet, or under the eyes, persistent fatigue or weakness, loss of appetite, and difficulty breathing. 

3. Pankaj Dheer - Actor Pankaj Dheer, best known for his role as Karna in the Mahabharata, passed away on October 15 after a long battle with cancer. He had been ill for the past few years, and his cancer had recently returned. 

How dangerous is cancer?

Cancer is a serious disease in which body cells grow uncontrollably and damage surrounding organs. It can occur in any part of the body and can be fatal if not treated promptly. Cancer can gradually spread to other parts of the body and impair the functioning of organs. According to a WHO report, approximately 10 million people died due to cancer in 2020. This disease is considered the most dangerous because it is difficult to detect in the early stages and becomes difficult to treat once it spreads. To prevent it, stay away from tobacco and alcohol, maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly, and undergo timely surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy.