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Actress Chaitra Rao Shaves Head Amidst Cancer Fight
5 Nov
Summary
- Chaitra Rao revealed her battle with cancer after intestinal surgery.
- She underwent a second major surgery when cancer spread to her ovaries.
- Chaitra shaved her head due to severe hair loss during treatment.
Kannada television actress Chaitra Rao has bravely revealed her ongoing battle with cancer, sharing her journey in an emotional video. She was diagnosed with colon cancer in January following intestinal surgery, where a tumor was discovered near her intestine.
After recovering from colon cancer through treatment and chemotherapy by August, Chaitra faced a setback when the cancer spread to her ovaries. This necessitated a second major surgery involving the removal of her uterus and ovaries, a procedure that proved particularly taxing.
Chaitra also addressed her recent decision to shave her head. While initial treatments did not cause significant hair loss, severe shedding during the later stages prompted her to shave her head to manage the situation. Despite these challenges, she remains hopeful for recovery and has requested prayers from her fans and well-wishers.
Following her revelation, several Kannada celebrities and fans have extended their support, wishing Chaitra a speedy recovery and expressing hope for her return to television.