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How I survived a brain tumour at age 32

A cyber-security analyst’s world was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with a large brain tumour. He explains why he didn’t tell his parents about it.

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A cybersecurity analyst’s world was turned upside down upon when he was diagnosed with a large brain tumour.

The entire experience has led the writer to realise that he has a strong circle of family and friends around him.

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Chew Sin Kiat

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I didn’t fully understand the meaning of the saying “Life is full of twists and turns” until I was unexpectedly diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of 32 in June 2022.

Then, I had a stable job in cyber security at OCBC Bank that was progressing nicely. At home, I was enjoying life with a young child with my loving wife.

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