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Swedish football legend Glenn Hysén has Parkinson's disease
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Swedish football legend Glenn Hysén has Parkinson's disease

From Aftenposten · () Norwegian

Translated from Norwegian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Swedish football legend Glenn Hysén, 66, has been diagnosed with a mild form of Parkinson's disease.
  • He is managing the condition with medication taken three to four times daily and states it is not a "big deal."
  • Hysén, known for his time with Liverpool and over 60 caps for Sweden, is reportedly taking the diagnosis with his characteristic humor and composure.

Former Swedish international footballer Glenn Hysén, 66, has revealed he has been diagnosed with a mild form of Parkinson's disease. The news was shared by Hysén himself in an interview with the Swedish magazine Hänt, as reported by Aftonbladet.

I'm not one to dwell on things. I have no problem with it, it's no big deal.

— Glenn HysénDescribing his attitude towards his Parkinson's disease diagnosis.

Hysén is currently undergoing treatment for the condition, taking medication in tablet form three to four times a day. According to the magazine, his condition is not worsening. He expressed a calm outlook, stating, "I'm not one to dwell on things. I have no problem with it, it's no big deal."

Known for his jovial personality, Hysén is facing the diagnosis with his characteristic composure. "It's not dangerous, but you have to treat it," he added. He even quipped, "I could work in a bar now shaking a drink," suggesting his lighthearted approach to the situation.

It's not dangerous, but you have to treat it.

— Glenn HysénCommenting on the nature of his condition and the necessity of treatment.

Hysén enjoyed a distinguished career, earning over 60 caps for the Swedish national team during the 1980s and 1990s. He also played for prominent clubs including Liverpool, Göteborg, and Fiorentina.

I could work in a bar now shaking a drink.

— Glenn HysénIllustrating his lighthearted approach to his health diagnosis.
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Originally published by Aftenposten in Norwegian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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