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First Dates star Merlin Griffiths gives latest cancer battle update | JOE.co.uk
First Dates star Merlin Griffiths gives latest cancer battle update | JOE.co.uk,First Dates star Merlin Griffiths has provided his fans with the latest update on his health after he was diagnosed with bowel cancer in September.

First Dates star Merlin Griffiths gives latest cancer battle update | JOE.co.uk

The TV star has been battling bowel cancer

First Dates TV star Merlin Griffiths has updated fans with the latest progression on his battle with cancer.

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The barman on the hit Channel 4 programme revealed on Monday that he has had his stoma removed after nine months during a five-night stay in hospital.

A stoma is an opening which is made on the abdomen during surgery, to divert waste out of the body and into a colostomy bag.

Griffiths was first diagnosed with bowel cancer in September and has since been undergoing radiotherapy as part of his treatment on the road to recovery.

Sharing a photo of him in his hospital dressing gown to his Twitter followers, the 47-year-old said: “Gosh, it’s very odd knowing all my insides are actually inside me again after 9 months of a #stoma.

“Next step, farting. Then food. #NHS #Cancer #Surgery.”

Gosh, it’s very odd knowing all my insides are actually inside me again after 9 months of a #stoma. Next step, farting. Then food. #NHS #Cancer #Surgery pic.twitter.com/oHh5BynMgd

— Merlin ? Griffiths (@MerlinFDC4) January 23, 2023

He seemed to be in good spirits as he followed up with another update, saying: “My plumbing works then. Cor blimey. This will take some training and getting used to. Thank goodness for Kegels! Essential!!

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“Pull up nappy deployed for safety. Need a biscuit. #Stoma #Reversal #Cancer.”

Fans of the show have been delighted to hear his latest update and offered support to the popular member of the First Dates programme.

One user tweeted: “Glad to hear your op has been a success & have everything crossed for you during the healing process.”

Glad to hear your op has been a success & have everything crossed for you during the healing process

— Laura – StorryTellingGinAndTonic (@GinsideStorry) January 24, 2023

Another said: “Get well soon, Merlin. My husband and I met you a few years ago in Coventry. You are a complete gentleman. Sending you so much love and strength xx.”

Get well soon, Merlin. My husband and I met you a few years ago in Coventry. You are a complete gentleman. Sending you so much love and strength xx

— Mrs T Y6 (@ATea67950272) January 23, 2023

                        <p>A third wrote: "Great to see you on the road to recovery Merlin, no matter how long that road is. Best of luck and keep that cheeky smile going."

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