Toddler Has Eye Test, What Follows Is Every Parent's Worst Nightmare
Summary
A toddler from Staffordshire, England, went for an eye test and was unexpectedly found to have a serious health issue. Doctors discovered a brain tumor, and she is now undergoing treatment for cancer. Her parents are sharing her journey online to support other families.Key Facts
- Harper, a two-year-old girl, went to an eye exam due to a lazy eye, which led to the discovery of a serious condition.
- Doctors found her optic nerve was swollen and directed her to the emergency room immediately.
- Harper was initially misdiagnosed with less serious conditions, like an ear infection and tonsillitis.
- Surgeons successfully removed almost all of a brain tumor during a nine-hour surgery.
- Harper was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a common aggressive brain cancer in children.
- Her treatment includes six rounds of chemotherapy; she is in the midst of her treatment process.
- Harper's parents are sharing her health journey on Instagram to help and connect with other families in similar situations.
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