English TV presenter Davina McCall, 57, has successfully undergone brain surgery to remove a rare benign tumour called a colloid cyst. Her partner, Michael Douglas, shared the update, stating that the surgery was a "textbook" procedure and that Ms McCall is now recovering in the ICU as a precaution.
“Davina is out of surgery, and according to the surgeon, it was textbook. She's currently recovering in ICU as a precaution, as you can imagine she's utterly exhausted. Thanks so much for all the love from everyone on here.. it's powerful stuff, we are super grateful," Mr Douglas wrote.
He further mentioned that Ms McCall will remain offline for some time to focus on her recovery, expressing gratitude for the support and encouragement from fans.
The tumour was discovered during a health scan offered to Ms McCall for a menopause talk she had done earlier. The results revealed a 14mm-wide colloid cyst, which required surgical removal due to potential risks if it grew further.
"I thought I was going to ace it [the test]. But it turned out I had a benign brain tumour called a colloid cyst, which is very rare - three in a million," Ms McCall shared in an earlier video message. "I realised that I have to get it taken out."
What is a benign brain tumour?
Doctors explain that benign brain tumours are non-cancerous growths in the brain that develop slowly and are unlikely to spread. However, they can still pose serious health risks and may become life-threatening if left untreated. Common symptoms include headaches, blackouts, and behavioural changes.
Ms McCall is best known for her television presenting career, which includes shows such as Big Brother, Long Lost Family, and My Mum, Your Dad.
