Softbank On August 8, Akira Nakamura outfielder revealed that her 1-year-old son is battling infantile epileptic spasm syndrome, a nationally-designated incurable disease. She updated her Instagram page. She wrote, "I would like to tell you a little about my son who was born last September," and went on to describe her family.
His eldest son, who developed epilepsy at the age of five months, had difficulty identifying the cause and treatment was also challenging. He revealed that his wife accompanied him and that he had been hospitalized at a hospital outside of Fukuoka Prefecture, saying, "He has delayed motor and intellectual abilities, and we don't know how much he will develop in the future." Treatment is still ongoing through trial and error, and he also announced the possibility of surgery. "For the past year or so, my son has worked very hard. My wife has also been by our side, spending a lot of time at the hospital, which I think has been very difficult for her. I think it was because I saw the two of them that I was able to work hard at baseball," he said, reflecting on his life this season.
"I'm full of anxiety as I don't know how he will grow up in the future, but he is my adorable, beloved son. When you see him on the street, you may notice some developmental delays and wonder what's going on, but please keep an eye on him kindly." By making his announcement public, he also hopes to share information with children in the same situation, and appealed, "If there is any information about treatment, rehabilitation, or support for children with similar illnesses, I would be happy if you could share it."
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