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Conor Coyle

Co Tyrone cancer survivor spotted symptoms after same illness claimed life of his mum

A Co Tyrone man has opened up on how he survived cancer due to an early diagnosis as he urged people to be aware of the signs of throat cancer.

Kevin Campbell, from Fintona, was already aware of the impact of oesophageal cancer after the sad passing of his mum in 2007 to the illness. Almost 10 years later Kevin found himself having difficulty swallowing food, and recognised that as a symptom of the cancer.

That early detection was vital as doctors discovered a tumour in Kevin's throat.

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