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Antiques Roadshow star shares ‘heartbreaking’ health update

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As a gamer who’s spent countless hours battling virtual foes, I’ve learned that every fight requires resilience and determination. Theo Burrell’s journey, a real-life heroine on Antiques Roadshow, mirrors my own gaming experiences in many ways. She’s facing an adversary more formidable than any boss level, but she refuses to surrender.

The esteemed Antiques Roadshow personality, Theo Burrell, has delivered a heart-wrenching medical update following her disclosure that her cancer has returned and is growing again.

In 2022, the celebrity received a diagnosis of a particularly severe form of brain cancer, called glioblastoma, following recurring migraines.

On her Instagram account, Theo posted: “I’m sad to announce that my glioblastoma is growing back again. Even though this was something I knew might happen someday, it has been tough on me and my loved ones as we come to terms with the news and wait for a treatment decision.

Over the past two years, I’ve been incredibly blessed with an exceptional lifestyle, and as I move forward, I’m determined to bring my best self to whatever lies ahead.

This experience has only intensified my determination to continue advocating for everyone involved. In truth, our collective community – the patients, caregivers, families, and friends of brain tumor survivors – truly merit much more than what we’ve received so far.

After receiving numerous messages from her fans, she took the time to express gratitude towards them by commenting back, acknowledging their support.

Just over a month ago, I, a devoted fan, witnessed the TV personality pouring out heartfelt emotions on Instagram, eagerly awaiting the outcome of a scan, wrapped in hopes for the best.

On Wednesday, I underwent my most recent scan. I won’t receive the results until the end of the month, but in the meantime, I can’t help but feel optimistic and keep my fingers crossed for a positive outcome ahead.

Burrell added: “Regarding hope, I’ve come across several instances where doctors informed patients that they wouldn’t survive with a brain tumor for any duration. However, it turned out these predictions were incorrect, and the patients have thrived healthily. Nonetheless, the distress caused by those words cannot be understated.

Is it deeply distressing to learn that all hope seems lost, and such news tints the way one lives thereafter. While our healthcare professionals should provide us with accurate assessments regarding cancer, aren’t overly pessimistic prognoses of what may be entirely incorrect seem counterproductive to share?

“For me I couldn’t have gone through the last two years without some hope.”

Following her diagnosis, Theo decided to go through surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy upon learning that her condition, if left untreated, would likely result in a life span of just three months.

In 2023, she became a patron for the charity Brain Tumour Research.

If you’re seeking additional information or assistance regarding life with cancer and its treatments, feel free to click here for advice from Macmillan Cancer Support. Alternatively, click here to explore more from Stand Up to Cancer.

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2024-10-03 14:49

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