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The Imperfects

IMPERFIX: Jamila Rizvi on Living with a Brain Tumour

Apr 3, 2024
Writer and change advocate Jamila Rizvi shares her journey of battling a rare brain tumor, discussing surgeries, complications, and communicating with her son. The podcast explores topics like disordered eating, resilience, coping mechanisms, and the societal perception of mental vs. physical health.
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  • Jamila Rizvi highlights the emotional turmoil of battling a brain tumor and navigating surgeries.
  • Rizvi shares the enduring struggles post-treatment, including hypothalamic obesity and mental health complexities.

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Challenging Battle with a Rare Brain Tumor

The podcast episode recounts Jamila Rizvi's journey battling a rare brain tumor. Rizvi candidly shares the emotional upheaval of discovering her condition, undergoing surgeries to remove the tumor, and grappling with the uncertainty of its recurrence. She vividly describes the intricate procedure of having the tumor removed through nasal surgery, highlighting the physical and mental challenges she faced throughout her treatments.

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