Davina McCall opened up emotionally to her followers on Instagram Live, revealing a vulnerable moment just nine weeks before undergoing brain tumor surgery.
The 57-year-old presenter shared that she was preparing for an operation to remove a rare and benign colloid cyst from her brain.
This cyst affects only three people in a million and was discovered during a routine health scan.
Emotional Poem That Resonated Deeply
During the live video, Davina became visibly emotional as she read a poem called “Yellow” by Donna Ashworth, which deeply resonated with her.
The My Mum, Your Dad host explained, “I don’t usually cry like this, but I really wanted to share this with you.”
As she read the poem, Davina reflected on her life and the word “courage,” which had been on her mind.
She spoke about being at a crossroads in life and how the poem seemed to speak directly to her situation.
“I’ve been thinking a lot about bravery, strength, and entering this next phase of my life,” she shared, acknowledging the non-stop realizations she had been having about her relationships and personal journey.
She continued, “The universe has sent me Donna’s book to tell me I’m on the right path.”
The Poem That Gave Her Comfort
The poem, which Davina read aloud, describes how some people come into your life with a light so powerful it makes everything feel okay.
“Some people walk into your life with a light that can only be described as yellow, infusing the very air around with the silent sound of ‘this will be okay, nothing hard can stay.'”
Toward the end, as the words spoke of finding strength in others, Davina struggled to hold back tears.
“I love this so much,” she said, overwhelmed by the beauty of the words.
A Surprising Diagnosis
At the time of the emotional video, Davina’s fans had no idea that she was dealing with such a serious health issue.
Just a week later, the presenter opened up about her diagnosis.
Davina shared that she had been feeling “up and down” and explained how the benign brain tumor was discovered by chance.
“I thought I was going to ace my health scan, but it turned out I had a very rare benign brain tumor,” she revealed, noting that the cyst could pose risks if it grew larger.
What is a Colloid Cyst?
A colloid cyst is a slow-growing tumor located near the center of the brain.
While often asymptomatic, it can cause symptoms like severe headaches, nausea, blurred vision, and memory problems.
If the cyst grows large enough, it can block the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, raising the risk of serious complications, including sudden death.
In Davina’s case, doctors advised surgery to remove the cyst before it could cause further issues.
Surgery and Recovery
Davina explained that the cyst was 14mm wide and needed to be removed due to the potential for it to grow and cause complications.
While she wasn’t in immediate danger, her doctors emphasized the importance of surgery.
“Say a prayer for me,” she said, reassuring fans that she was in good spirits.
Following the surgery, her partner, Michael Douglas, updated followers on Instagram, revealing that she had made significant progress.
“She’s out of ICU,” he wrote, adding, “She really has made an enormous leap forward in the last 24 hours.”
Fans flooded her social media with messages of support, and Davina’s update brought a wave of relief to her community.
Looking Ahead
As Davina continues her recovery, her strength and courage throughout this journey have deeply inspired her followers.
Her emotional moments, shared openly, have shown a raw and authentic side of the presenter that many didn’t expect to see.
The support from her fans, combined with her own resilience, has helped her make incredible progress, and she’s now focused on healing and moving forward in her life.
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