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Salman Khan’s ‘Suicide Disease’ Diagnosis: The Pain Behind the Fame

Bollywood star Salman Khan recently revealed he’s battling trigeminal neuralgia, a brain aneurysm, and arteriovenous malformation (AVM).
Shocking Reveal on Kapil’s Show
On The Great Indian Kapil Show, Salman shared that despite these serious conditions, he continues working through intense pain and injury.
What Is the ‘Suicide Disease’?
Trigeminal neuralgia causes sudden, severe facial pain. Even light touch, chewing, or talking can trigger unbearable shock-like pain.
The pain is so intense and constant that it has driven many sufferers into depression, earning it the tragic nickname.
Symptoms of Trigeminal Neuralgia
Patients feel stabbing, electric-shock-like pain on one side of the face. Episodes can last seconds to minutes but return frequently.
What Is a Brain Aneurysm?
A brain aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel. If it bursts, it can cause bleeding in the brain and even death.
Aneurysm Warning Signs
Symptoms include sudden severe headaches, vision problems, speech slurring, numbness, and difficulty walking or focusing.
What Is AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation)?
AVM is a rare condition where blood vessels are tangled. It reduces oxygen to brain tissue and can lead to brain hemorrhage.
Despite facing three serious conditions, Salman continues acting. His strength highlights the need for awareness and early diagnosis.
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