Dwyane Wade says surgery to remove cancerous tumor removed 40% of his kidney

Category: Health

Dwyane Wade revealed he underwent surgery in December 2023 to remove a cancerous tumor from his kidney, which resulted from a full body scan after experiencing stomach and urinary issues. He expressed the emotional toll of the experience, particularly the vulnerability felt in front of his family.

Keywords: Dwyane Wade, kidney surgery, cancer diagnosis

Source: NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ

Update At: 2/1/2025

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