Larry Lamb played Archie Mitchell in the long-running BBC soap (Image: Getty Images)

A former EastEnders star has made a candid revelation about retirement whilst discussing his two-decade battle with a health condition . Larry Lamb, who portrayed Archie Mitchell in the enduring BBC soap opera, has recently opened up about his struggle with nerve damage, a problem that has previously required surgical intervention.

He revealed that the condition developed through "doing up houses, building stuff, being active", admitting he hadn't properly looked after his body. The star stressed the significance of performing the correct lifting and carrying methods, as well as wearing a "protective belt".

At 78-years-old, Larry , who is also recognised for playing Mick Shipman in the BBC sitc

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