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Brazilian Child Actress Millena Brandão Dies at 11 After Medical Mystery

Millena Brandão suffered 13 cardiac arrests, and her cause of death remains unclear despite initial diagnoses of dengue fever, a urinary tract infection, and a disputed brain tumor.

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Overview

  • Millena Brandão, known for her roles in 'Sintonia' and other productions, passed away on May 2 after being hospitalized in São Paulo.
  • She experienced severe symptoms, including headaches, fainting, and leg pain, before suffering 13 cardiac arrests within two days of admission.
  • Her parents made the difficult decision to withdraw life support after her condition failed to improve despite intensive treatment.
  • While doctors initially suspected dengue fever, it was ruled out, and conflicting reports suggest a urinary tract infection or a possible brain tumor, though no definitive cause has been confirmed.
  • Fans and family continue to mourn the young actress, whose burial took place on May 4, as investigations into her sudden death are ongoing.