Nollywood actress Ufuoma McDermott has opened up about her 12-year fight with kidney disease and the loss of her younger brother to the same illness.

In a conversation with media figure Chude Jideonwu, she stated that her health condition makes it hard for her to gain weight.

Ufuoma also shared that she was diagnosed with Stage 3 kidney disease last year and was told to reduce her workload and rest, but she thought she had more time and tried to discuss her situation with her doctors.

The actress pointed out that, despite her doctors’ advice, she overexerted herself and was quickly diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease.

Ufuoma revealed that she thought about dying due to her brother’s experience.

The actress added that recovering from Stage 4 kidney disease changed her perspective on living.

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