Shannen Doherty reveals breast cancer has spread to her brain: 'My ct scan showed Mets in my brain'

Most people would easily say that American actress Shannen Doherty is a fighter. Since 2015, the Charmed star has been battling breast cancer. After receiving treatment, the actress first beat cancer, but it, unfortunately, returned in 2020, at a more advanced stage this time. She has been keeping her fans updated on her health status, and on June 6, she gave them some very worrying news, leaving them feeling devastated.

Indeed, on Tuesday, June 6, the actress announced that her breast cancer has now spread, as doctors found some metastases in her brain. Messages of support started pouring in from her former co-stars, and her fans around the world.

Her breast cancer has spread to her brain

In a video posted on her Instagram account, Shannen Doherty can be seen lying on a table and undergoing radiation treatment. In the caption, the star explained that her cancer had worsened and that metastases were now present in her brain.

On January 5th, my ct scan showed Mets in my brain.

The actress also shared there was a lot going on in her life at the time of this treatment, as she was in the midst of divorcing her now ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko.

January 12, the first round of radiation took place. My fear is obvious. I am extremely claustrophobic and there was a lot going on in my life. I am fortunate as I have great doctors.

But that fear... The turmoil... the timing of it all... This is what cancer can look like.

By sharing these videos, Shannen Doherty is hoping to raise awareness on what cancer can look like, for future patients and their families.

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Messages of support have been pouring in

Fortunately, the actress who played Prudence 'Prue' Halliwell is not alone. She can count on the support of many stars, some of which she has worked with in the past. In the comments under her post, her long-time friend Sarah Michelle Gellar wrote to her:

You are a warrior

Meanwhile, Desperate Housewives actress Marcia Cross, who has also had to deal with anal cancer, left a lovely message:

Sending you lots of love... always.

Her very good friend Selma Blair emphasised her strength:

This is a lot. This is a lot to take on, still again. And I am wishing for all the wise peace you have learned to find you in the terror moments. To know we are holding you. Love. All love.

This is a new battle for the actress, but she can rest assured she will not have to fight by herself.

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This article has been translated from Oh!MyMag FR.