Lawrence Okoye, an English track and field athlete and former NFL player, recently gained widespread attention on social media for a video he shared on TikTok. In the video,
Okoye can be seen pressing his shin bone with his thumb, leaving a total of 6 indentations on his skin. He compared the softness of his shin bone to that of Play-doh. This led to people speculating and expressing their concerns about his condition.
However, Okoye soon cleared the air by sharing a follow-up video in which he explained that he had a skin infection called cellulitis. The infection was a result of a leg injury, and if left untreated, it could have been fatal. The symptoms of cellulitis include swelling, redness, and fever.
In his follow-up video, Okoye emphasized that the infection was treatable and that the holes on his leg were no longer visible. He also dismissed the speculations of people suggesting that he had heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, cancer, or diabetes.
Lawrence Okoye has had a successful career in both track and field and the NFL. He made his Olympic debut in the 2012 summer games and later switched to the NFL, playing for various teams, including Dolphins, Jets, Cowboys, Cardinals, and Team Great Britain.
Lawrence Okoye’s leg infection caused a stir on social media, with many people expressing their concern and speculating about his condition. However, Okoye clarified the situation by explaining that he had a treatable skin infection called cellulitis. It serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking medical attention in the case of an open wound or injury to avoid serious infections.