Former WWE star Maryse took to Instagram to express her gratitude to Dr. Thais Aliabadi, an OB-GYN based in LA, whom she credits with saving her life.
Maryse highlights Dr. Aliabadi’s exceptional qualities and the pivotal role she played in diagnosing and treating her medical condition.
Background and Medical Struggles
Serious abdominal swelling, GI issues, tiredness, and imbalances of hormones were the initial symptoms, as Maryse reveals when she talks about her health struggles.
Even after health checkups, switching doctors, and going through a hundred tests and diagnoses, nothing could be found.
Maryse’s rare disease remained disguised for a long time and she kept on experiencing chronic symptoms that got worse with each passing day.
Encounter with Dr. Thais Aliabadi
Meeting Dr. Aliabadi was the best thing that happened to Maryse, as she felt heard after meeting Dr.Aliabadi. The doctor understood Maryse’s problems and took action on them.
Dr. Aliabadi was dedicated to finding the answers to Maryse’s suffering, which ultimately led her to Maryse’s rare type of disease.
Maryse points out the importance of medical professionals’ attitudes and their being attentive and responding to the concerns of the patient. Dr. Aliabadi is good at acknowledging patients’ problems and doing her best to find solutions.
Surgery, Diagnosis and Treatment
Dr. Aliabadi performed the surgery on Maryse as she underwent a laparoscopic surgery; however, it was first expected to be potential endometriosis.
Maryse went through a major surgery as 11 implants of Serous Borderline Tumors, a rare pre-cancer of the ovaries, were revealed.
After talking about her surgery, Maryse reveals how important it is to get diagnosed at an early stage to prevent a life-threatening condition, as the disease is already a life-altering one.
The further journey for Maryse will be tough as she reveals the next treatment plan. The diagnosis follows the removal of her uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, and omentum.
Maryse stays strong and is fully determined to overcome the challenges facing her. She is ready to win the battle against cancer and her motherhood becomes her center of strength.
Advocacy for Women’s Health
Maryse takes a stand on women’s health. She spreads awareness about the health issues women face. She urges all the women out there to take care of themselves and not ignore their symptoms, presuming they are fine or something that usually happens. She urges women to seek help and believe in their instincts.
Maryse wishes that every woman stands up for themselves, does not hesitate to take help if needed and does not stop seeking help until they receive the required support.
Acknowledgment and Thanks
Maryse thanked Dr. Aliabadi and her entire team of nurses for their sweet gestures and compassionate care. Their team is really dedicated to women’s help. She is also grateful for her father and pays tribute to him for being a protective guardian angel and protecting her through a difficult health journey.
Maryse’s message serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of advocating for one’s health and seeking proper medical care.
Her experience highlights the need for increased awareness of women’s health issues and the significance of listening to patients’ concerns.
Through her story, Maryse empowers women to trust their instincts, speak up about their health struggles, and seek the support they deserve.
