Barber Spots Lump, Teen Beats Rare Cancer

Quick Smiles:Barber Firat Davutoglu noticed a lump on a teen’s neck and urged a checkup.Owen Norgrove was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma and started treatment quickly.After five months of chemotherapy, Owen is now in remission and reunited with his barber.A routine haircut became a turning point for 17-year-old Owen Norgrove after Turkish barber Firat Davutoglu spotted a small lump on his neck and advised a doctor’s visit. Owen’s family took the advice seriously, leading to a swift diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma, a rare cancer affecting the lymphatic system.With treatment beginning immediately in January, Owen braved five months of chemotherapy at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Supported by the Teenage Cancer Trust and a loving family, he entered remission by early June and is hoping to be fully cleared next year.“Owen had just gone for his normal haircut and Firat noticed the tiny lump on his neck,” said his mother Hayley.“Once we saw it, it did start to grow; by the time he was diagnosed it was a sizable lump in his neck.”“Firat really helped Owen have the cancer diagnosed much quicker so he could start treatment sooner. He underwent five months of chemotherapy… and is being supported by the Teenage Cancer Trust.”“He had his last chemo on May 1. Then in early June he was in remission.”Owen recently reunited with Firat for the first time since his treatment began. Recalling the appointment, Owen shared, “Suddenly Firat stopped and said to me ‘do you realize you’ve got a lump on your neck? You might want to get that checked by a doctor.’”“I’m really grateful that the barber noticed the lump,” Owen added.Firat reflected, “I’m just giving him a haircut and I saw that his neck, the right side of it, is swelling. I just asked what is it?”“He said he didn’t know and I got the mirror and he said he hadn’t seen it before. I told him, ‘Mate, you should go see the doctor’.”“He’s alright now and that’s what’s important now.”“I hope he’s going to have a long life, healthy, and he’s never going to see the hospital and doctors again.”Good things truly happen when we look out for each other. Celebrate everyday heroes—share their inspiring stories and brighten someone’s day!Source