Doctors helping man with elephantiasis

A 24-YEAR-OLD man from Kelantan is facing a bleak future because one leg has swelled to almost the size of his whole body, reported Utusan Malaysia.

Muhammad Izani Mat Jaih of Kampung Paloh Rawa in Machang is believed to be suffering from elephantiasis, but doctors treating him have yet to confirm this.

He said that over a period of almost 10 years, despite seeking medical treatment, his leg kept on swelling to the point that it now weighs almost 60kg.

“In 2008 I suffered a high fever which lasted for a week. My legs felt itchy, as if I was suffering from a skin disease and the doctors treating me said the problem was not se­­rious,” he said.

The problem worsened over the years and Muhammad Izani’s left leg kept swelling, despite seeking treatment from skin and bone specialists.

He underwent another thorough medical check-up recently, and the result is expected to be known by July 19.

> Harian Metro reported that all 24 GiatMara centres nationwide will start offering courses for skills needed by the rail and railway industry, in line with the rapid deve­lopment in the sector.

Quoting Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, the report said that initially a total of 760 places will be offered.

He said the courses offered is to ensure that there will be sufficient skilled manpower in the sector in future.

“The rail and railway industry in the country is on the rise, therefore more expertise is required to meet future needs,” said Ismail.

> Harian Metro also reported that Putri Najuwa, a local actress, said she is happy not to be in the limelight.

Although she has been on the acting scene for close to 10 years, the actress, whose real name is Tengku Putri Najuwa Tengku Yusof, can go about her daily business without being mobbed by fans.

“I am very comfortable this way because I can meet up with friends without any disturbance,” she said.

Her latest film Dubai My Love, in which she acted alongside Erwin Dawson, Hanna Aqeela and Ben Ali, is expected to be shown in cinemas in September.

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