Singaporean actress Rui En recently shared a concerning health update on her Instagram account, revealing that she has been diagnosed with Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The actress detailed her experience, indicating that her right arm started swelling and showed signs of bruising on a Friday night.
Rui En promptly sought medical attention, rushing to the Accident & Emergency (A&E) department. After a series of medical examinations, including an ultrasound, angiogram, CT scan, and numerous blood tests, the diagnosis of Deep Vein Thrombosis in the vein behind the clavicle was confirmed. This condition resulted in a blood clot that cut off blood flow to her arm, a rarity in the upper body.
Expressing her disappointment, Rui En addressed her followers, particularly those planning to attend an event at Suntec. She conveyed her heartbreak at being unable to participate due to her health condition. Her doctors advised against attending the event, citing the severity of her situation.
Despite the suspicious timing of the diagnosis, Rui En chose to focus on the positive aspects of the situation. She acknowledged the lack of warning signs associated with DVT and expressed gratitude for the timely medical intervention, suggesting it could be a form of divine intervention. She reflected on the potential gravity of the situation, noting that DVT could have been life-threatening without early detection.
Rui En reassured her followers that she is currently in stable condition, feeling okay, and surrounded by love and support. She encouraged her fans to enjoy the event on her behalf while she undergoes treatment.
Rui En’s Instagram post
My right arm started swelling and mottling with bruising on Friday night. Rushing to the A&E, after ultrasound, angiogram, CT scan and countless vials of blood drawn, we discovered that I’ve developed Deep Vein Thrombosis (ie. a blood clot) in the vein behind the clavicle, which cut off blood flow to the arm. Apparently, this in the upper body is rare.
To all the peeps going to Suntec, you have no idea how much my heart breaks and how disappointed I am that I won’t be able to be there. My doctors have advised against it. First big testimony and this happens just before.
While obviously the timing is suspect (IYKYK), I choose to hold on to the fact that DVT does not typically afford the luxury of warning signs. Which means perhaps I should or would be dead. Which means divine intervention. Which means maybe this will be the testimony after all. Just not today.
Am fine, feeling ok and surrounded by love, please enjoy the show on my behalf!