The root canal procedure, in simplistic terms, is designed to remove the damaged or infected nerve tissue so that the tooth iteslf can be preserved. Teeth that need root canal treatment can exhibit a wide range of symptoms from extreme throbbing pain to absolutely no pain at all.
Harry Potter star Alan Rickman, 69, 'suffered a slight stroke and then died after short battle with pancreatic cancer'. Alan Rickman's death came after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, it was claimed today after the showbiz world paid emotional tribute to the much-loved actor. The star died yesterday at a London hospital, surrounded by friends and relatives including his wife Rima, after waging a secret fight with the illness.
What Kind Of Cancer Did Alan Rickman Have? The 'Harry Potter' Actor & Beloved Icon Kept His Illness Under Wraps. On Thursday, Alan Rickman's family announced the devastating news that the beloved British icon and Harry Potter star had died at the age of 69, after battling cancer.