Tina Papworth’s regular eye tests earlier this year turned out to be a test that saved lives.
The adoptive mother, who has raised 20 children, underwent a 10-pound test with a local boot optician to find the anomaly.
Tina was referred to an ophthalmology clinic and was first prescribed eye drops if glaucoma was suspected.
However, a 53-year-old man was further examined in March this year and sent for an MRI. This revealed a large brain tumor.
The mother explains: “I decided to send myself an MRI to confirm that my optic nerve did not need anything.
“I always thought they were wasting NHS resources on me so I wondered why they were doing it, but now I’m glad they did.
The consultant said he had found a large tumor in a deep, dangerous place, but was trying to drill a hole in my skull to get rid of it.
“I was sitting and crying at the time. It was as if a wave had hit me, and I was silent.
“Deep,” “difficult,” and “big” aren’t the three words you want to hear about brain tumors.
Tina is currently planning a craniotomy in June, but says she feels positive ahead of the surgery because she was diagnosed early enough to have surgery.
A mother who raised 18 children and had 2 biological children said:
-It was as if a wave hit me and I just closed it.
But I’m a glass half full girl. I think it’s very important to keep a positive mindset.
“I want my children to see me as a positive and courageous person.
“Sure, I have my own moment, but I’m going to fight him.”
Tina also notes that they were the best უნ10 she has ever spent.
He is currently collaborating with a brain tumor research charity to share his story.
The 53-year-old adds: “When you hear the word ‘brain tumour’ because you don’t have enough awareness, it may not be necessary, but you are separating yourself.
I’m one of the lucky ones because I run in the lower grades, but I’m pretty guilty of not getting any worse.
“I want to be able to help others deal with the diagnosis better than I do. If it’s possible, it’s worth it.”
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Source: Metro
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