(Health update, previously unwell, many were concerned) “I had a fever and dizziness, so I decided to rest first. That’s why I didn’t come out, but now I’m back to normal. At first, I felt dizzy and couldn’t go out to do things, so I stayed home to rest.”,
(Did you need hospital treatment?) “Yes, I did go. It felt abnormal. The doctor said it was due to too much stress. I’m not sure what exactly caused the stress—work or other matters. Sometimes, I tend to worry too much about the future instead of focusing on the present and what to do next.”
(There were rumors that you had a stroke) “Not to that extent. The doctor said it was just excessive stress and advised rest and anti-stress medication. (Is this your most severe illness so far?) No, it was worse before, about 20 years ago, when I had a bacterial brain infection. It caused numbness on one side. I still have that now—my right leg still doesn’t walk normally. It left a lasting effect from 20 years ago.”
(Is the stress still an issue?) “It’s much better now. (Is the bacterial brain infection related to this recent illness?) No, they are different. Last time, the bacteria affected my brain, causing paralysis on one side—right leg and arm. Sorry, it was like a disability requiring physical therapy. I recovered but still have lasting effects. (Is there a chance for full recovery without any lasting effects?) It’s been 20 years, so it’s probably something that will stay with me. It has become part of who I am.”
(How concerned are you about your health now that you know your physical condition?) “I’m concerned because my body is the most important thing I have, especially as an actor. The work requires my whole body.”}, {
(How do you take care of yourself?) “Currently, I exercise, rest, jog, swim, and do light weightlifting. As for stress, I entertain myself by watching movies, listening to music, and traveling.”
(How does Nok Sinjai take care of you?) “P’ Nok takes care of me all the time. (Do you still need to see the doctor?) No, I don’t. I’m still taking medication, but the doctor said I don’t need to visit anymore. Everything has returned to 100%.”
(During your one-month break from work, did you miss acting?) “Actually, all filming had finished then. Only one new project was about to start but hadn’t yet. They were waiting. Now we’ve almost finished filming, with about two more scenes left.”
(Any message to those who worried about you during your illness?) “Thank you very much for all the support and concern during the time when news came out about my illness. I can confirm now that I’m back to 100%. The doctor has signed off on that. Please don’t worry. Thank you very much.”
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