Malaysian singer Mohd Shah Rosli, better known by his stage name Dino, is currently recovering from a stroke that affected the right side of his body.
In a recent interview with local media, the 50-year-old said the incident might have been triggered by his poor diet and lifestyle habits.
Dino, a member of the 1990s hip-hop group Nico G, recalled eating seven durians in a single day – just one day before the stroke occurred.
“I love durian and would always have it whenever it’s in season. I’m not ruling out the possibility that my diet may have played a role in the stroke. I also eat plenty of sweet foods.
“A day before the incident, I ate seven durians and suffered a stroke the next morning. When I was speaking to the doctor, my mouth still smelled of durian,” he said.
Dino added that his long-term smoking habit also played a role in the health scare, and he’s now making an effort to quit smoking for good.
In addition to his music career, Dino also works as a salesperson at a shopping mall. He’s currently on medical leave to focus on recovery.
While his employer offered RM500 to help with expenses, the singer admitted the amount was far from sufficient.
“After a month, I have no income. That’s why I’m asking for help. I’ve been relying on my savings,” he said.
As part of his recovery, Dino must attend follow-up consultations at Hospital Kuala Lumpur every two weeks.
He’s also exploring alternative treatments, such as massage therapies that cost around RM200 per session.
Despite the ordeal, Dino remains optimistic and thankful that his condition is improving.
“When the stroke first hit, I could barely move or speak clearly. However, I’ve been giving it my all in recovery, and finally, my condition has improved,” he shared.
Determined to avoid a similar incident, Dino is now more mindful of his health and committed to following his doctor’s advice.
“I’ll be more cautious about my diet and continue taking the medications given by the doctor. I have to consume anticoagulants to prevent cholesterol buildup,” he said.
