Was diagnosed with gliosarcoma while taking part in a sporting event

Posted by maraissteyn @maraissteyn, Feb 16 4:45am

I was diagnosed with bliosarcoma after suffering a seizure while taking part in a surfski qualifying event for the Cape Point challenge. Had an operation a week later and after a 6 week off radiation and chemo are now on the my parth off recovery. Had 3 further seizures during my treatment. I am 60 but very fit. So far now side effects from the treatment. I am going to fight this thing in my head with all what the medical world has to offer.
Marais

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Wow, @maraissteyn. What a shock that must've been to be taking part in a qualifying, high performance sporting event and having a seizure. What happened? Were you rushed to emergency and then diagnosed? How did you manage the subsequent seizures during treatment? Did you have someone with you?

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