National team of Wales are still trying to qualify for the Qatar 2022 World Cup and their win against Estonia two days ago keeps the hopes of the Dragons alive. But something far more important than the qualifiers has struck the nation from the British Isles.Wales international David Brooks left international duty after medical examination and unfortunately for the Bournemouth player – it has been confirmed that he is diagnosed with an uncommon form of cancer – Stage II Hodgkin Lymphoma. The 24-year-old will undergo treatment next week after an initial positive prognosis.##EDITORS_CHOICE##Brooks has registered 21 caps for his country since his debut in 2017 and but now has to focus on his health and swift recovery.’This is a very difficult message for me to write.’ says the opener of his message on the club’s website.’I have been diagnosed with Stage II Hodgkin Lymphoma and will begin a course of treatment next week.’Although this has come as a shock to myself and my family, the prognosis is a positive one and I am confident that I will make a full recovery and be back playing as soon as possible.’I’d like to show my appreciation to the doctors, nurses, consultants and staff who have been treating me for their professionalism, warmth and understanding during this period.We can confirm that midfielder David Brooks has been diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma. We’re all behind you, Brooksy ❤️#afcb 🍒— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) October 13, 2021 ‘I want to thank everyone at the Football Association of Wales because without the swift attention of their medical team we may not have detected the illness. I’d also like to say thank you to AFC Bournemouth for all their support and assistance this past week.’Although I appreciate that there will be media attention and interest, I would like to ask that my privacy is respected in the coming months and I will share updates on my progress when I am able to do so.’In the meantime, thank you to everyone for their messages of support – it means so much and will continue to do so in the months ahead.’I look forward to seeing you all again and playing the sport I love very soon.’True winner! Warrior Souleymane Bamba beats cancerBournemouth CEO Neill Blake made an official statement regarding the situation surrounding on of the best players of the Cherries.’Everyone at AFC Bournemouth will do everything possible to help support David and his family during his recovery.’We’re not putting any timescales on his return; we will give David all the time he needs to get well and will do everything that we possibly can to help with that.’I know everyone will be keen to show their love and support for David which will help him immensely as he recovers, but we also urge you all to respect his and his family’s privacy during this time.’Sat, 16/10, 17.00: (4.00) BRISTOL CITY (3.45) BOURNEMOUTH (1.95)Earlier this year, in January, Ivorian defender Sol Bamba announced that he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. However, good news came in May when Middlesbrough player stated he is cancer-free.There is a difference between to conditions – Hodgkin lymphomas are more likely to arise in the upper portion of the body (the neck, underarms, or chest). Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can arise in lymph nodes throughout the body, but can also arise in normal organs. Patients with either type can have symptoms such as weight loss, fevers, and night sweats
