Did Kelly Stafford have a Brain Tumor?

Last Modified Jun 26, 2024 05:16 GMT
Kelly Stafford Brain Tumor
Kelly Stafford (Image Credit: GettyImages)

Matthew Stafford, the quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, has had constant support from his wife Kelly during many of the highs and lows of his football career. Kelly and Matthew Stafford have known one another since their days at the University of Georgia. Kelly was a cheerleader and Stafford was a true freshman starting quarterback.

Kelly and her family friend Hank Winchester co-host the podcast "The Morning After". She struggled with body image issues after giving birth to her twins, and she has talked about postpartum health on the show.

Kelly Stafford Brain Tumor

Kelly Stafford was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma in 2019. This tumor progressively grows on the nerve that connects the inner ear to the brain. In January 2019, Kelly first experienced vertigo, a dizzying feeling brought on by shifting or spinning surroundings.

Kelly was given an MRI at the hospital, which found an internal brain tumor. It turned out that her tumor was benign rather than malignant. She addressed the matter on Instagram. Kelly traveled with a positive attitude and incredible endurance in spite of the challenges she encountered. She was transparent about her struggles, serving as a role model for those going through similar things and raising awareness of the condition.

Did Kelly Stafford have brain surgery?

Kelly Stafford underwent a 12-hour tumor removal treatment in April 2019. Kelly's doctor estimated that she had a fifty per cent chance of losing her hearing. Moreover, there's a chance that the surgery left the patient without facial function. Following surgery, Kelly had physical therapy to regain her ability to do basic movements such as turning her head and descending stairs.

FAQ's On Kelly Stafford Brain Tumor

A. Matthew and Kelly Stafford met at the University of Georgia.

A. Kelly Stafford had a tumor removed from her brain.

A. In April 2019, Kelly, then 34 years old, received a benign brain tumor diagnosis: an acoustic neuroma.

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