In 2019 on my way to Greece, an unbearable headache came on which was different to my regular headaches - this lasted 8days. I took various pain killers to manage it but to no avail. I called a GP from abroad and was told to ride it out.

Now back in the UK I was admitted into hospital as the headache immobilised me. I had various CT scans, MRI scans, blood tests and a lumbar puncture. They were unable to find the cause of the pain. 

I was discharged but the headache did not subside. I admitted myself into hospital again and after further tests an MRI scan revealed a suspected brain tumour and, following brain surgery at London Charing Cross removed a golf sized tumour, which was confirmed to be medulloblastoma (a rare tumour found in adults). As a result of the surgery a shunt was fitted into my brain to drain excess fluid.

I then went through 7 weeks of intense radiotherapy with severe side effects which included seizures and one round of chemo before the pandemic hit. 

The pandemic was a blessing in disguise as I was able to recover from said treatment. I now have 4-monthly scans to monitor my condition along with taking anti-seizure medication to control any seizures I may have.

Although I do have some side effects, I am healthy and I am still here with my husband and dog.

I want to fundraise for the The Brain Tumour Research to help raise awareness of the cause and to give something back to those who have been such a great support to me - my partner, family and friends.