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Japanese Entertainer Paiko Hayashiya Struggles to Walk

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Paiko Hayashiya, a well-known Japanese entertainer, is having serious trouble walking.

Her husband, Pe, recently shared a new photo showing her lying down, which surprised many fans.

According to Pe, Paiko's legs suddenly began to hurt badly. The pain became so strong that she was unable to walk.

Pe quickly took her to a clinic that treats bone and joint problems, hoping to find relief for her.

News of her condition spread quickly online, and many people expressed concern for her health.

Several fans commented that she should get proper medical tests to find out exactly what is wrong.

Along with the walking problem, there are also signs that worry people even more. Reports mention possible signs of dementia, a condition that affects memory and thinking.

Her hearing loss also appears to be getting worse, according to the reports.

Paiko Hayashiya has long been a familiar face on Japanese television, often appearing with her husband Pe.

For now, fans are waiting for more updates about her health and hoping she can recover soon.

Vocabulary10 words

lying down
resting flat, not standing or sitting
clinic
a small medical place for treatment
concern
worry about someone or something
dementia
an illness that damages memory and thinking
hearing loss
losing the ability to hear well
entertainer
someone who performs for the public
condition
the state of someone's health
recover
to become healthy again
reports
news stories giving information
symptoms
signs that show a person is sick

Quiz

1. What happened to Paiko Hayashiya's legs?
2. Where did Pe take Paiko for treatment?
3. Besides the leg pain, what other health concerns were mentioned?

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