Renowned reggae MC Fullstop, whose real name is John Maina, recently revealed that his left lung collapsed, leaving him with one functioning lung.
Fullstop disclosed that he had been diagnosed with tuberculosis in 2021, which significantly affected his lungs. In 2022, he was then diagnosed with throat tuberculosis, which affected his voice, ability to walk and run.
“Hii imeenda’ literally. My left lung has totally collapsed nimebaki na moja. In 2021 I was diagnosed with TB ya lungs ikasosi lungs kabisa. 2022 nikapata TB ya throat nayo ikanimaliza sauti, running, walking, kuongea ni shida.
The veteran who has been in the entertainment industry for almost three decades, hosts shows on K24 and NRG radio, further revealed he may have to retire from the industry.
He continued to thank his supporters for their contribution in his recovery.
“Alafu lungs zina lungs ufala unlike Liver, haiwezi ji heal itabidi nijipange hapa naona niki hang boots. I just wanna say thanks kwa wale wamekuwa wakini support in this difficult moments God awa bless tu sana.”
Fans have sent in positive messages, prayers and wishes for a quick recovery.
BY NKATHA WAINAINA