Israeli Hollywood Gal Gadot on Sunday revealed in a candid Instagram post that she had a blood clot in her brain and emergency surgery, but stressed: "Today, I am fully healed and filled with gratitude for the life I’ve been given back."
"This year has been one of profound challenges and deep reflections, and I’ve wrestled with how, or even if, to share a personal story. At the end, I decided to let my heart guide me," Gadot wrote.
"Perhaps this is my way of processing everything, of pulling back the curtain on the fragile reality behind the curated moments we share on social media. Most of all, I hope that by sharing, I can raise awareness and support others who may face something similar."
"In February, during my eighth month of pregnancy, I was diagnosed with a massive blood clot in my brain. For weeks, I had endured excruciating headaches that confined me to bed, until I finally underwent an MRI that revealed the terrifying truth," she revealed.
"In one moment, my family and I were faced with how fragile life can be. It was a stark reminder of how quickly everything can change, and in the midst of a difficult year, all I wanted was to hold on and live.:
"We rushed to the hospital, and within hours, I underwent emergency surgery. My daughter, Ori, was born during that moment of uncertainty and fear. Today, I am fully healed and filled with gratitude for the life I’ve been given back."
"The journey has taught me so much. First, it’s vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it’s telling us. Pain, discomfort or even subtle changes often carry deeper meaning, and being attuned to your body can be life saving."
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"Second, awareness matters. I had no idea that 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in the 30s+ age group are diagnosed with CVT (develop a blood clot in the brain). It’s so important to identify early because it’s treatable. While rare, it’s a possibility, and knowing it exists is the first step to addressing it."