10 Highlights

• Davina McCall, 57, has been diagnosed with a rare benign brain tumor, a 14mm colloid cyst, after a menopause talk led to a health scan.
• She warned fans about ignoring health symptoms, having initially done so herself before learning of her diagnosis.
• • An emotional Davina McCall shared on Instagram that she would undergo a craniotomy to remove the tumor and requested prayers from fans.
  • Regular health scans were emphasized by Davina as crucial, as they led to the incidental finding of her brain tumor.
  • Boyfriend Michael Douglas, age 48, communicated that Davina would be on a social media hiatus during and after her surgery.
  • The surgery, a craniotomy, involved significant risks like speech impairment, which was necessary to prevent potential future complications.
  • Fans and her celebrity friends rallied on social media offering overwhelming support during her challenging recovery period.
  • Michael Douglas shared updates on Davina's health, and in her absence, he took over her social media accounts to keep fans informed.
  • The discovery and removal of Davina's tumor underscore the importance of being vigilant of symptoms such as headaches or vision issues.
  • Davina's experience and public sharing of her journey raise awareness about the potential severity of rare benign brain tumors.