All articles tagged with #oligodendroglioma
Busy Philipps disclosed that a full-body MRI revealed a malignant brain tumor (grade 2 oligodendroglioma) that was surgically removed weeks before she began filming CBS's Cupertino; she later faced a staphylococcus infection requiring debridement, but says she’s grateful to be alive and emphasizes the importance of trusting health instincts and staying informed.
Busy Philipps says she was diagnosed with a rare malignant brain tumor (grade 2 oligodendroglioma) after an MRI, underwent two brain surgeries, and, despite a post-op infection, is grateful to be alive and empowered by having information as she shares her story with People.
Kris Beasley, whose wife Carly died from a brain tumour at 38, is calling for increased funding and awareness during Brain Tumour Awareness Month. Beasley, from Chippenham in Wiltshire, and their daughter Ivy are partnering with Brain Tumour Research and Plymouth University researchers to push for better understanding of gliomas (including oligodendroglioma) and the development of kinder, more effective treatments.