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Alexis Ohanian Undergoes Thyroid Surgery to Prevent Cancer

The Reddit co-founder and husband of Serena Williams shares his health journey, including a successful surgery to remove potentially cancerous thyroid nodules.

  • Alexis Ohanian revealed he underwent surgery to remove half of his thyroid after monitoring suspicious nodules for four years.
  • Doctors determined the nodules were highly likely to become cancerous, prompting the preventative procedure.
  • Ohanian emphasized the importance of regular health check-ups, especially for fathers, and reflected on his mother's battle with cancer.
  • The surgery was successful, and Ohanian expressed gratitude while recovering and spending quality time with his daughters at Disney World.
  • Earlier this year, Ohanian disclosed a Lyme disease diagnosis following comprehensive health scans, further motivating his focus on self-care.
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