Woman embraces cancer prognosis as 'second life.'

A woman named Abi Feltham, 37, was recently told she has 15 years to live due to brain cancer. She initially thought her headaches were caused by quitting her caffeine addiction. After drinking 12 cups of coffee a day, she decided to stop and believed her symptoms were from withdrawal. In May 2024, Abi was diagnosed with a grade 3 oligodendroglioma, a type of brain tumor. Her symptoms included severe headaches and nausea, which she had dismissed at first. A visit to the optician revealed swollen optic nerves, indicating serious pressure in her brain. A CT scan confirmed there was a mass on her brain. Abi underwent surgery right away. During the operation, her surgeon accidentally dropped a piece of her skull on the floor but humorously reassured her with the "five-second rule." After the first surgery, her pain improved, but two weeks later, she learned the tumor was aggressive and she needed another surgery to remove more of it. Despite the news being dire, Abi is determined to live life to the fullest. She has become an Ambassador for Brain Tumour Research to raise awareness of the condition, emphasizing that brain tumors receive only 1% of national cancer research funding. She maintains a positive outlook, often finding humor in her situation, even while undergoing chemotherapy. Abi plans to write a book to share her journey and help others who may be struggling. She feels grateful for her life after her diagnosis and is committed to making her remaining years meaningful. Now back in the gym and enjoying coffee again, she is determined to live life on her own terms.