Actress Alea O'Shea Updates on Brain Cancer Treatment
Former Home and Away actress Alea O’Shea, 25, has provided an update regarding the progression and impact of her ongoing brain cancer treatment.
Treatment and Side Effects
O'Shea, diagnosed two months prior, has undergone brain surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. She has reported that her most recent round of treatment resulted in paralysis of her left arm and a complete loss of movement on the left side of her body. Additionally, O’Shea has documented her experience with hair loss through social media.
Diagnosis Timeline
Approximately six weeks before her diagnosis, O’Shea began to experience symptoms, including an uneven smile, speech difficulties, and a loss of sensation in two fingers, her wrist, and a toe. After consulting a physiotherapist, she was referred for a brain scan. A subsequent biopsy, performed on her birthday, confirmed the diagnosis of brain cancer.
Professional Background
Alea O’Shea is recognized for her role as Darcy Callahan in the Australian television series Home and Away, appearing between 2011 and 2014, and again from 2016 to 2017. Her acting credits also include guest roles in various US productions such as Kung Fu, So Help Me Todd, and Sight Unseen. She played a lead role in the Australian feature film Finally Me and appeared in the independent film Through the Door.
Personal Management and Outlook
O’Shea has stated that she is managing her condition on a daily basis, adjusting her workload as a content creator to align with her energy levels. She noted that medical professionals had informed her of potential side effects, including hair loss and paralysis, prior to her surgery. O’Shea plans to continue her content creation activities, adapting her approach as necessitated by her health.