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Pregnant Woman Goes for Scan, Then Comes Terrifying Two-Word Diagnosis

Pregnant Woman Goes for Scan, Then Comes Terrifying Two-Word Diagnosis

Summary

TiLiyah Dawson, a 22-year-old new mother from Georgia, discovered her unborn daughter had a rare tumor called a teratoma during a pregnancy scan. After a complicated birth and many medical procedures, her daughter Tyra is now recovering and showing signs of improvement.

Key Facts

  • TiLiyah Dawson was diagnosed during pregnancy with a teratoma tumor on her unborn daughter.
  • Teratomas are rare tumors that can include different types of tissues like bone and hair.
  • The condition affects about 1 in every 35,000 to 40,000 babies and can be dangerous for baby and mother.
  • Because of the tumor’s size, Tyra was delivered by cesarean section for safety.
  • After birth, Tyra had a tracheotomy to keep her airway open and a feeding tube to help her eat.
  • Doctors confirmed the tumor was not cancerous.
  • Tyra has had multiple surgeries and medical procedures, including tube removals and surgery to close an opening in her neck.
  • TiLiyah regularly visited the NICU despite personal challenges and is hopeful about her daughter’s progress.
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