Living with Inoperable Meningioma – Hannah DerwentLiving with Inoperable Meningioma – Hannah Derwent
Recovery After Stroke
Hannah Derwent is a mum of two young children when she had to undergo brain surgery to manage a benign meningioma that was growing in her brain stem.
1:15:48•15 Oct 2019
Hannah Derwent: Finding Strength in the Face of Inoperable Meningioma
“When you say stroke is the best thing that happened to me, I think that gaining of that wisdom is probably the best thing that happened to me, and I think that it can only happen through something dramatic, whatever that is, whether it be a stroke or something else.”
When life throws a curveball like an inoperable meningioma, how do you find the strength to keep going? In this episode of 'Recovery After Stroke', Hannah Derwent opens up about her journey through brain surgery and the unexpected stroke that followed. Imagine being a mum of two young kids and suddenly facing a health crisis that leaves you unable to communicate. Hannah's story is a raw and honest look at the physical and emotional hurdles she has had to overcome.
She talks about the critical role of asking questions during recovery and the support from healthcare professionals that made a difference in her life. But it’s not all about the challenges; Hannah also shares the surprising wisdom and gratitude she discovered along the way. Her experience highlights the power of positivity and the often-overlooked mind-gut connection. This episode offers not just inspiration but practical insights for anyone navigating their own recovery journey or supporting a loved one.
Tune in to hear Hannah's incredible story and find out how she turned adversity into a source of strength.
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