Why Was Gal Gadot ‘Scared to Death’ During Her Pregnancy?
By Movieguide® Contributor
WONDER WOMAN actress Gal Gadot felt “scared to death” after she learned that she had multiple blood clots in her brain while she was 8 months pregnant.
While on THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Gadot said, “I had a huge scare. All of a sudden, I realized what it means to be scared to death,” Gadot said. “I was very pregnant.”
“I had a brain clot and it was a huge one. Like three, I had three,” she explained of her diagnosis. “When I do something, I do it all the way. I had major headaches for three weeks, and I was seeing doctors and different neurologists. You’ve got to advocate for your health. Our bodies are always communicating with us.”
At first, the doctors thought her symptoms were just because of migraines and hormones due to her pregnancy.
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“We did, they found out this horrible thing, and we were rushed to the hospital,” she continued. “And they got the baby out immediately. I went through a thrombectomy.”
According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, “Surgical thrombectomy is a type of surgery to remove a blood clot from inside an artery or vein.”
“The procedure can restore blood flow to vital organs, like your legs, arms, intestines, kidneys, brain or other vital organs,” Gadot said. “A thrombectomy can greatly reduce the risk of death or permanent disability if performed promptly.”
In a post shared on her social media, Gadot explained how much that journey taught her.
“The journey has taught me so much. First, it’s vital to listen to our bodies and trust what it’s telling us. Pain, discomfort, or even subtle changes often carry deeper meaning, and being attuned to your body can be life-saving,” she wrote.
“Second, awareness matters. I had no idea that 3 in 100,000 pregnant women in the 30s+ age group are diagnosed with CVT(develop a blood clot in the brain),” she added. “It’s so important to identify early because it’s treatable. While rare, it’s a possibility, and knowing it exists is the first step to addressing it. Sharing this is not meant to frighten anyone but to empower. If even one person feels compelled to take action for their health because of this story, it will have been worth sharing.”
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