Isabelle Strahan, the 19-year-old daughter of Good Morning America co-anchor Michael Strahan, is courageously fighting brain cancer. Her family recently shared an unexpected twist in her cancer battle, highlighting the strength and resilience of this young woman.
Isabelle has been undergoing her first round of chemotherapy after having a large medulloblastoma in her cerebellum removed last October. Throughout her journey, she has been documenting her experiences and emotions in vlogs, connecting with her followers in a powerful way.
In a recent video, Isabelle bravely shared that she had been hospitalized for three days due to high fevers. She emphasized the importance of seeking immediate medical attention for any fever above 100.4. During her hospital stay, she underwent a blood transfusion, an MRI, and had her chemo port cleaned. Isabelle candidly expressed the pain she experienced during these procedures but was relieved to finally be discharged.
However, her relief was short-lived as Isabelle found herself back in the hospital less than 12 hours later. Humorously, she joked that she had “catfished everyone” with a fever of 102. Though she felt slightly better than the first time, she had developed a persistent headache and decided to go to the emergency room. Isabelle expressed her weakness and highlighted how her condition had deteriorated since just two days prior when she could walk around the hospital.
To her surprise, Isabelle had to undergo an unexpected surgery that night to drain fluid from the back of her head. In the video, she openly shared her apprehension about the procedure, as it was not part of her original plan. Isabelle expressed her deep gratitude for the support she has received from her family, friends, and fans throughout this challenging journey.
During an interview, Michael Strahan, Isabelle’s father, spoke about her health challenges. He explained that her fever had been fluctuating for the past three days, leading to her hospitalization. He expressed hope for her quick return home. Michael acknowledged the difficulties of the chemotherapy side effects but remained steadfast in his belief in Isabelle’s strength. He expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support they have received from both near and far.
Let us rally behind Isabelle Strahan and show our unwavering support for her and her family during this difficult time. Together, we can inspire her with our well wishes and encouragement.
