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Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan revealed a major health scare after discovering 75% blockage in his brain arteries. He underwent immediate preventive procedures and is now recovering at home. Roshan urged people over 45 to prioritize heart and brain scans. The filmmaker previously overcame throat cancer in 2019.

Key Points: Rakesh Roshan Recovers After Brain Artery Blockage Scare

  • Rakesh Roshan discovered 75% blockage in brain arteries during routine checkup
  • Underwent preventive procedures after asymptomatic diagnosis
  • Urges regular scans for heart and brain health post-45
  • Previously battled throat cancer in 2019
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Rakesh Roshan undergoes preventive procedures after discovering that his carotid arteries to brain were above 75 % blocked

Bollywood filmmaker Rakesh Roshan shares his health scare after 75% blocked brain arteries, urges preventive checkups for those above 45.

"Prevention is always better than cure. – Rakesh Roshan"

Mumbai, July 22

Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan on Tuesday shared his health update, revealing how during a routine full-body health checkup, doctors discovered that both his carotid arteries to the brain were over 75 per cent blocked.

He immediately admitted himself to the hospital and underwent preventive procedures.

"This week has been truly eye opening, during a routine full body health check up the Dr conducting the sonography for the heart suggested I also do one for the neck. By chance we found out that although asymptomatic, both my carotid arteries to the brain were above 75% blocked. Which if ignored could be potentially dangerous. I immediately admitted myself into the hospital and got the preventive procedures done," Rakesh Roshan opened up.

Roshan, who is the father of Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, said he is currently recovering and will soon be back to his workout regime. He also urged people who are above the age of 45 to get regular scans such as a heart CT and a carotid brain artery sonography

"I am back home now fully recovered and hope to get back to my workouts very soon. I hope this inspires others to stay on top of their health especially where the heart and brain is concerned. A heart CT and a carotid brain artery sonography ( which is often ignored completely) is a must for everyone above 45- 50 years old. I think it's important to remember that prevention is always better than cure. I wish a healthy and aware year to you all," Rakesh Roshan urged.

He also shared a photo with the hospital's nursing staff.

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Rakesh's post garnered loads of messages from fans and members of film industry.

"I'm so happy you shared this. It's so helpful to all of us, especially from a person we look up to and get inspired. You have a heart of Gold and now all the blockages are removed it is 24Karat again! God bless you Sir," actor Tanaz Irani commented.

"Guddu ji you are a rockstar and an inspiration touch wood you are looking fit as a fiddle," actor Rohit Bose Roy wrote.

In 2019, Rakesh Roshan underwent surgery for throat cancer.

- ANI

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Rohit P
After my father's heart attack last year, our whole family started getting annual checkups. These tests should be covered under all corporate health plans. Wishing Rakesh ji speedy recovery!
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Aman W
Respectfully, while this is important, most Indians can't afford these fancy tests. Government hospitals should offer these scans at subsidized rates for common people.
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Shreya B
My nana had similar blockage but we found out too late 😔 Kudos to Rakesh sir for raising awareness! Maybe Hrithik can do some PSAs about preventive healthcare now ❤️
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Karan T
This is why annual health checkups should be mandatory after 40. We Indians have this "chalta hai" attitude until something serious happens. Stay strong Roshan sahab! 🤗
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Nisha Z
So scary that he had no symptoms! 😨 Just booked my parents' full body checkup after reading this. Thank you for sharing your experience sir!

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