{"id":4485,"date":"2025-04-30T15:21:57","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T15:21:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pilotshopworld.com\/?p=4485"},"modified":"2025-04-30T18:37:42","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T18:37:42","slug":"michael-bolton-refused-to-ask-for-a-prognosis-during-aggressive-cancer-battle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.pilotshopworld.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/30\/michael-bolton-refused-to-ask-for-a-prognosis-during-aggressive-cancer-battle\/","title":{"rendered":"Michael Bolton refused to ask for a prognosis during aggressive cancer battle"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Michael Bolton was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor (Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Michael Bolton<\/a> has opened up about his devastating brain cancer<\/a> battle, and his decision to not get a prognosis.<\/p>\n

The When A Man Loves A Woman singer was diagnosed with glioblastoma at the end of 2023<\/a>, after undergoing emergency surgery.<\/p>\n

The 72-year-old later shared his health<\/a> issues with fans and took a step back from the spotlight<\/a> to focus on his health, going back under the knife last January following an infection.<\/p>\n

In an emotional new interview, he detailed his diagnosis and how he has coped with his illness, thanks to the support of his loved ones.<\/p>\n

\u2018You\u2019re reaching into your resources and your resolve in a way that you never would have thought,\u2019 he told People Magazine<\/a>. \u2018Succumbing to the challenge is not an option. You\u2019re really quickly drawn into a duel. I guess that\u2019s the way you find out what you\u2019re made of.<\/p>\n

\u2018Whenever you find yourself in any kind of challenging position, just to know that you\u2019re not alone going through it is a big deal.<\/p>\n

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He has been focusing on his health since the diagnosis (Picture: Rex)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2018It actually helps people to know. It reminds them that they\u2019re not alone.\u2019<\/p>\n

Michael was diagnosed with glioblastoma after an operation in December 2023 \u2013 according to the Mayo Clinic, the rare and aggressive cancer can occur at any age, but can be more common in older adults.<\/p>\n

Symptoms typically include worsening headaches, nausea, seizures, vision issues and trouble speaking.<\/p>\n

Doctors managed to remove the musician\u2019s brain tumor during the initial surgery, and he underwent a second operation the following month due to an infection.<\/p>\n

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Michael’s loved ones have rallied around him (Picture: NBC)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

His memory, mobility and speech have been impacted, but he chose not to receive a prognosis and wants to remain hopeful.<\/p>\n

Michael eventually finished radiation and chemotherapy treatments in October, and still undergoes MRIs every two months to ensure it has not returned.<\/p>\n

Despite the symptoms, he has vowed to continue fighting, declaring: \u2018I want to keep going. I feel there\u2019s still a lot to do on the fight side.<\/p>\n

\u2018I got a title for a song: Ain\u2019t Going Down Without a Fight.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Michael has been in the spotlight for decades(Picture: Getty)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The superstar first came to fame in the 1970s as the frontman of the band Blackjack, before concentrating on his own solo career.<\/p>\n

During his decades-long career, he has sold more than 75million records, including eight top-10 albums, and claimed two Grammy Awards.<\/p>\n

He spoke publicly about his health issues for the first time last year, sharing a lengthy social media post about the \u2018very unexpected challenges\u2019 he had endured.<\/p>\n

\u2018Just before the holidays, it was discovered that I had a brain tumor, which required immediate surgery,\u2019 he wrote. \u2018Thanks to my incredible medical team, the surgery was a success.<\/p>\n

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Michael didn’t ask for a prognosis from doctors (Picture: Rex)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u2018I am now recuperating at home and surrounded by the tremendous love and support of my family.<\/p>\n

\u2018I am beyond grateful for all the love and support you have so generously shown me through the years.<\/p>\n

\u2018Know that I\u2019m keeping your positive messages in my heart, and I\u2019ll give you more updates as soon as I can.\u2019<\/p>\n

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For emotional support, you can call the Samaritans<\/a> 24-hour helpline on 116 123<\/strong>, email jo@samaritans.org<\/a>, visit a Samaritans branch in person<\/a> or go to the Samaritans website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Their HOPELINE247 <\/a>is open every day of the year, 24 hours a day. You can call 0800 068 4141, text 88247 or email: pat@papyrus-uk.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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