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Dept. of Corrections: Ekachai Hongkangwan's liver abscess, prostate issues; can self-care.

Dept. of Corrections: Ekachai Hongkangwan's liver abscess, prostate issues; can self-care.

Matichon•Politics•34d ago

Reader Briefing

The Department of Corrections has provided an update on the health of inmate Ekachai Hongkangwan, confirming his conditions include a liver abscess and enlarged prostate, while stating he can still perform daily tasks and self-care.

  • •Inmate Ekachai Hongkangwan, detained at Klong Prem Central Prison, is being treated for a liver abscess.
  • •He also suffers from an enlarged prostate, with planned medical appointments.
  • •The Department of Corrections assures his condition is manageable and he can assist himself.
  • •News of his severe illness raised concerns from a nurse friend.

Overview

  • •On March 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM, the Department of Corrections' Medical Services Department inspected Ekachai Hongkangwan's health.
  • •The Department of Corrections stated that Ekachai Hongkangwan has symptoms of liver abscess and enlarged prostate.
  • •Ekachai Hongkangwan previously received treatment for a liver abscess at Rajavithi Hospital but did not continue due to personal preference.
  • •Ekachai Hongkangwan's liver abscess symptoms include tightness in the right rib area, allowing normal daily activities and self-care.
  • •For the enlarged prostate, the prison nurse dispensed prescribed medication, with a follow-up appointment scheduled for March 11, 2026.
  • •If symptoms do not improve, medical professionals will diagnose and plan further treatment.
  • •The Department of Corrections will coordinate with the Ratchadarnok Hospital for close monitoring and treatment planning.
  • •The Department of Corrections asserted that all inmates receive basic rights, including equal access to healthcare, explaining that concerns about Ekachai Hongkangwan's severe illness stemmed from a visiting nurse friend's advice to seek medical attention.

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Key Entities

Organization

Department of Corrections(กรมราชทัณฑ์)
Thai government agency responsible for prisons and inmate welfare.
Medical Services Department(กองบริการทางการแพทย์)
A department within the Department of Corrections responsible for inmate healthcare inspections.

Person

Ekachai Hongkangwan(นายเอกชัย หงส์กังวาน)ℹ️
Detained inmate at Klong Prem Central Prison facing charges of attempting to harm the Queen's liberty; reported to be suffering from a liver abscess and enlarged prostate.

Place

Klong Prem Central Prison(เรือนจำกลางคลองเปรม)
The prison where Ekachai Hongkangwan is currently detained.
Rajavithi Hospital(โรงพยาบาลราชวิถี)
A hospital where Ekachai Hongkangwan previously received treatment for a liver abscess.
Ratchadarnok Hospital(ทัณฑสถานโรงพยาบาลราชทัณฑ์)
A medical facility involved in the treatment planning for Ekachai Hongkangwan.
Thonburi Special Prison(เรือนจำพิเศษธนบุรี)
A prison that has reportedly passed its mpox outbreak phase.