Storm Keating has revealed that this week she had to be rushed to hospital due to an ongoing issue with her back which took a bad turn.
In a lengthy Instagram post the mother-of-two shared that she ended up having to have emergency spinal surgery; “It’s been a long and trialling week, the most frightening week of my life.”
“On Saturday I was rushed in with what we already knew was a very bad prolapsed disc, which had more recently escalated to the point where it needed surgical intervention.”
To prevent her condition from worsening she had to undergo further surgery; “Whilst stabilising in hospital however, this then escalated to Cauda Equina Compression/ Syndrome which required emergency spinal surgery to avoid permanent damage.”
“If it wasn’t for Dr Aftab and his acute diligence, care, attentiveness and skills, I would not be walking out of this hospital with the prospects of leading the normal life I had always envisioned I would.”
“There are no words that will ever come close to describing my gratitude to you Syed, thank you. And to Georgia and all the wonderful nurses and healthcare assistants who wiped my tears, comforted my fears, cleaned me up and allowed me to keep my dignity in moments where I thought I would lose it… you are amazing human beings to do what you do, thank you.”
Storm described how terrifying the ordeal was and that her little girl Coco is just about to turn one, and she will thankfully be home for the occasion; “My little girl turns one year old tomorrow and I can’t wait to get home to her (just in time!) and to my amazing family who have been supporting each other and holding the fort together in my absence this last week.”
The 39-year-old continued; “I hope that by sharing my story, it’s a small reminder for everyone to take care of your back! Many of us take our spine for granted and often our health too… but sometimes the unexpected can throw a real curve ball if you’re not paying attention or if you’re ignoring your body.”
“I’m very lucky but I wouldn’t wish what I’ve been through on anyone. We share our highs on Insta but sometimes it’s good to share our lows too. This has been one of mine.”
We hope she makes a speedy recovery and gets to go home to her family very soon.
