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Katie Thurston Faces Hair Loss and Memory Gaps in Stage 4 Breast Cancer Fight

She is pursuing histotripsy for liver tumors after zoladex failed to suppress her hormones with ovary removal under consideration.

Overview

  • She reports hair falling out in clumps and recurring memory lapses that affect routine tasks.
  • Zoladex failed to induce menopause, leading to a switch to lupron and potential ovary removal if the new treatment is ineffective.
  • Thurston has opted for histotripsy at NYU Langone to noninvasively target small metastases in her liver.
  • Weekly unfiltered Instagram check-ins serve to raise awareness and provide support to others facing cancer.
  • Despite physical challenges, the former Bachelorette remains optimistic about medical advances and receives steadfast support from husband Jeff Arcuri.