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Gal Gadot revealed that she was diagnosed with Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT) during her fourth pregnancy. Here’s all that you need to know about this condition which causes blood clots in the brain.
Gal Gadot revealed that she was diagnosed with a blood clot in her brain during her fourth pregnancy.
Best known for her role as Wonder Woman, Gal Gadot welcomed her fourth daughter Ori earlier this year. The actor recently took to her social media account to share a heartfelt post where she revealed that welcoming her daughter into the world was not an easy job. She revealed that she was diagnosed with Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT), a rare but serious condition where an individual forms a blood clot in the brain.
Taking to her Instagram, Gal Gadot shared a picture from the hospital where she was breast-feeding Ori while she was on the hospital bed in her scrubs. She wrote, “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. 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.”
Talking about CVT, she continued, “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. While rare, it’s a possibility, and knowing it exists is the first step to addressing it. Sharing this is not meant to frighten anyone but to empower.”
What Is Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT)?
Cerebral Venous Thrombosis (CVT) is a rare but serious condition that occurs when a blood clot (thrombosis) forms in the venous sinuses of the brain, which are responsible for draining blood from the brain. This clot can obstruct normal blood flow, leading to increased pressure within the brain and potential damage to brain tissue.
What Are Its Symptoms?
- Headache
- Seizures
- Vision problems
- Confusion or changes in mental status such as trouble concentrating
- Nausea and vomiting
- Swelling or bulging of the fontanelles
How Is It Diagnosed And Treated?
To diagnose CVT, doctors typically use MRI, CT Scan, blood tests, and neurological examination. CVT can be treated by anticoagulation therapy, thrombolysis, and surgical intervention.