A young man who was suffering from stomach pains and chronic constipation has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Former rig worker Liam Griffiths first began to experience symptoms in March while away for work.On his return home, the 31-year-old went to North Tees Hospital where medics initially thought he may have Crohn’s Disease.
But a scan revealed he had a perforated bowel and he was rushed in for emergency surgery.Just weeks later, doctors dealt the devastating blow that he actually has peritoneal cancer - which starts in the lining of the abdomen - and has no hope of recovery.But Liam, who is now too ill to work, has vowed to take his diagnosis ‘on the chin’ after more than £14,000 was raised for him by well-wishers.
He told TeesideLive: “I am the type of person who would never ask anyone for help, I am full of pride.“But, when something like this happens you are backed into a corner really.
The people of Teesside have taken it to the next level.”Recalling his shocking diagnosis, Liam, from Ingleby Barwick, added: “I took it on the chin really and I will continue to take it on the chin until I go.
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