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  "id": 3053377,
  "title": "Cancer can mimic ulcers, Aproko Doctor warns following Ogogo’s passing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/cancer-can-mimic-ulcers-aproko-doctor-warns-following-ogogos-passing-3053377",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-24T15:48:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/cancer-can-mimic-ulcers-aproko-doctor-warns-following-ogogos-passing/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian health educator Aproko Doctor has cautioned against mistaking cancer symptoms for common ailments like ulcers. Responding to questions about actor Taiwo Hassan, also known as Ogogo, who was diagnosed with stage-four cancer despite appearing healthy, Doctor emphasized that even a healthy appearance doesn't guarantee internal health. He explained that some cancers, particularly stomach cancer, can present symptoms similar to ulcers, but an ulcer itself doesn't automatically become cancer. Doctor stressed the importance of paying attention to persistent stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, repeated vomiting, loss of appetite, difficulty swallowing, and rapid fullness. He urged people to seek professional evaluation instead of merely switching medications. While clarifying that most stomach pain isn't cancer, Doctor reminded Nigerians not to panic when experiencing discomfort, emphasizing the need for proper investigation when symptoms persist.",
  "summary": "Aproko Doctor warns that cancer symptoms can mimic ulcers, urging Nigerians to investigate persistent stomach pain. Learn the signs and when to seek medica Read More: https://punchng.com/cancer-can-mimic-ulcers-aproko-doctor-warns-following-ogogos-passing/",
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/nigerian-film-star-ogogo-dies-from-cancer-aged-66",
        "published": "2026-08-24T10:00:42.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Trust",
        "title": "Ogogo: What you need to know about Stage 4 Cancer",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/ogogo-what-you-need-to-know-about-stage-4-cancer",
        "published": "2026-08-24T10:30:37.000Z"
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        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "Nigerian film star Ogogo dies from cancer aged 66",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/nigerian-film-star-ogogo-dies-from-cancer-aged-66-3023548",
        "published": "2026-08-24T12:45:57.000Z"
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        "outlet": "KahawaTungu",
        "title": "Nigerian film star Ogogo dies from cancer aged 66",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/nigerian-film-star-ogogo-dies-from-cancer-aged-66-3053943",
        "published": "2026-08-24T15:40:35.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Cancer can mimic ulcers, Aproko Doctor warns following Ogogo’s passing",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/cancer-can-mimic-ulcers-aproko-doctor-warns-following-ogogos-passing",
        "published": "2026-08-24T15:46:16.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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