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DC actress Gal Gadot, famously known for her iconic role as Wonder Woman turned out to be a real-life superhero after battling a life-threatening disease during pregnancy. Eight months pregnant with her youngest daughter, Gadot revealed being diagnosed with CVT and undergoing emergency surgery to treat it.
Recalling the horrifying and traumatic experience in a post shared on Instagram, Gal Gadot not only opened up about her experience but also raised awareness surrounding her ailment.
From revealing the excruciating headaches to the emergency birth of her youngest daughter, the actress got candid about her inspiring tale and expressed her gratitude towards the doctors and her family.
Gal Gadot reflected upon her CVT diagnosis and her surgery
When we think of Gal Gadot, we’re often reminded of her strong onscreen persona and superhero portrayal of DC’s Wonder Woman. However, despite being the symbol of strength, courage, and hope, even the onscreen superhero had her moments of fear and uncertainty in real life. Recently, on Sunday, the actress shared anInstagrampost narrating her incredible and harrowing journey of battling a life-threatening disease during her pregnancy.
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Taking to her social media, Gal Gadot reflected on her physical and emotional battle after being diagnosed with Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT), a rare and potentially fatal condition, during the eighth month of pregnancy. Elaborating on how after enduring months of excruciating headaches—which she initially dismissed as part of the general discomfort of pregnancy—was rushed to the hospital where she was diagnosed with this life-threatening disease, Gadot got candid about her experience.
In February, during my eighth month of pregnancy, I was diagnosed with a massive blood clot in my brain. For weeks, I had endured excruciating headaches that confined me to bed, until I finally underwent an MRI that revealed the terrifying truth.
Reflecting on how her joyful time of awaiting the birth of her daughter was quickly converted into a battle for survival, the DC actress admitted undergoing immediate surgery. Claiming to have realized how fragile life can be, Gadot opened up about her “profound challenge” and her desire to overcome it. Stating that it wasn’t just a scary time for her, but also for her family,the Israeli starspoke about her difficult year.
In one moment, my family and I were faced with how fragile life can be. It was a stark reminder of how quickly everything can change, and in the midst of a difficult year, all I wanted was to hold on and live. We rushed to the hospital, and within hours, I underwent emergency surgery.
Gal Gadot’s youngest daughter was born in a moment of uncertainty
Meanwhile, prior to her brain surgery,Gal Gadotrevealed how the doctors had to take care of her unborn child. Since the actress was diagnosed with the life-threatening ailment during the eighth month of her pregnancy, Gadot hinted that her youngest daughter was “born during that moment of uncertainty and fear”. So it seems that amid her own health struggles, theRed Noticestar had to face the reality of giving birth to her daughter.
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Thereafter, she named her fourth and youngest daughter, Ori, which meant “my light” in Hebrew. Further, reflecting upon how the emotional moment of her child’s birth was marred by fear and challenges, Gadot explained that Ori’s name “wasn’t chosen by chance”, instead it happened after her discussion with her husband, Jaron Varsano. Stating how she believed that her daughter would be the light waiting for her at the end of the tunnel, the actress went on to thank the healthcare experts.
My daughter, Ori, was born during that moment of uncertainty and fear. Her name, meaning “my light,” wasn’t chosen by chance. Before the surgery, I told Jaron that when our daughter arrived, she would be the light waiting for me at the end of this tunnel.
Thanks to an extraordinary team of doctors at @cedarssinai and weeks of dedicated care, I made it through and began the road to recovery. Today, I am fully healed and filled with gratitude for the life I’ve been given back.
Thanking the healthcare professional for not only saving her life but also helping her bring a new life to the world, the actress noted that it’s because of them she “made it through” and is on the road to recovery.
The DC actress raised awareness about her ailment
After detailing her journey of diagnosis followed by the birth of her daughter and her ultimate surgery, Gal Gadot proceeded to raise awareness about CVT and the importance of maternal health. Encouraging her fans and followers to listen to their bodies and to spread awareness about the importance of taking action, the actress emphasized the importance of early detection of such life-threatening diseases.
The journey has taught me so much. First, it’s vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it’s telling us. Pain, discomfort, or even subtle changes often carry deeper meaning, and being attuned to your body can be life-saving.
Second, awareness matters. I had no idea that 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in the 30s+ age group are diagnosed with CVT(develop a blood clot in the brain). It’s so important to identify early because it’s treatable.
Sharing it not to scare, but to empower, Gal Gadot’s story became a testament to her resilience. Much like her onscreen Wonder Woman persona, even the actress’ real-life battle and her awareness became a light of hope and strength for others.
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