The former NFL star turned co-host of “Good Morning America,” Michael Strahan, disclosed that his daughter Isabella, 20, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor.
The uncommon kind of brain cancer known as medulloblastoma, which Isabella Strahan was diagnosed with, was revealed on “Good Morning America.” After receiving the diagnosis in late October, she had radiation therapy and emergency surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Isabella’s condition is distinct since, given her age, medulloblastoma typically affects children between the ages of 5 and 9.
During her first year at the University of Southern California, Isabella started having symptoms such as migraines, nausea, and trouble walking. She initially believed it might be vertigo, but on October 25, she had blood in her vomit, which revealed a 4-centimeter tumor behind her head. She had surgery on October 27 and recovered for a month before undergoing 30 sessions of proton treatment spread over six weeks.
Isabella Strahan was diagnosed in late October, after her symptoms started in the fall. On October 27, shortly before turning 19 years old, she had surgery and completed proton therapy, rang the bell to mark the conclusion of her treatment.
The tumor was found and treatment administered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. In February, Isabella intends to begin chemotherapy at Durham, North Carolina’s Duke Children’s Hospital and Health Center.
After three weeks away from “Good Morning America” due to personal family concerns, Michael Strahan made a comeback to the show and broke the news of his daughter’s diagnosis.
Through her YouTube channel, which chronicles her battle with illness, Isabella conveys optimism and highlights the value of having an optimistic mindset.
Michael Strahan discussed the emotional effects of his daughter’s diagnosis in an open interview with “Good Morning America,” admitting that he needed help and sharing his fresh outlook on life.
