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Girl's Brain Birthmark Causes Devastating Bleed
22 Nov
Summary
- A rare brain birthmark caused internal bleeding in a four-year-old girl.
- The condition left the child partially paralyzed and needing to relearn skills.
- Mum seeks private therapy due to infrequent NHS physiotherapy sessions.
A young girl's life was drastically altered after a "super rare" birthmark on her brain caused internal bleeding. At two years old, Blake experienced partial paralysis on her right side due to a haemangioma, necessitating extensive rehabilitation. She bravely relearned to walk, climb, and write using her left hand.
Last month, the birthmark bled again, causing Blake to lose the progress she had made. Her mother, Abbie, expressed concern over the infrequent NHS physiotherapy appointments, which occur only every few months. This has prompted her to seek private therapy options to aid her daughter's recovery and faster rehabilitation.
The Department of Health and Social Care acknowledged the situation, stating that actions are being taken to enhance physiotherapy services nationwide. The family's experience highlights the challenges faced by those with rare medical conditions requiring consistent and timely therapeutic interventions.
