Trent Johnston has been dealing with a mysterious brain health issue. He appears to have received a concerning update from the doctors on his illness. The 7 Little Johnstons star’s brain size is reduced to the size of an 80-81-year-old. Trent opened up about his health issues in Season 15. He discussed the symptoms he has been experiencing with his family. Amber and their children also worry about the reality TV star’s health.
Trent discussed facing dizziness and vertigo symptoms on the show. He was waiting for the MRI results to understand what really had been going on with his brain. Hence, the TLC star feared that he may have dementia like his dad. What did Trent learn about his medical condition? What did the doctors reveal? How will he deal with it?
7 Little Johnstons: Trent Receives Worrying Update From Doctors!
7 Little Johnstons star Trent Johnston took an MRI after experiencing some brain health issues. In the latest episode, he went for a check-up and received concerning news. Amber picked the TLC star from the clinic, and they discussed everything the doctors suggested. Trent shared that the injuries on his brain are not a matter of concern for the doctors.
However, he noted, “The size of my brain, the diameter, the gap, the spacing between my brain and my skull has reduced at a faster rate than what it should be at 47 years old.” He explained that his brain size was reduced to an 80-81-year-old person. Hence, Amber feared that her husband had a higher chance of having dementia. Trent also explained that he could have early stages of MS (Multiple Sclerosis. So, the doctors referred him to a neurologist.
7 Little Johnstons: Trent Learns Real Reason Behind His Astigmatism!
Trent Johnston is still struggling to learn about the actual issues with his brain health. He has been making the rounds of different doctors and specialists for an accurate diagnosis. Recently, the TLC celeb went for an eye checkup. He visited an ophthalmologist, Dr. Hinson, who described the irregularity of his cornea.
The 7 Little Johnstons star has been diagnosed with Keratoconus, leading to the cone-shaped cornea. Dr Hinson stated, “Basically, there’s a weakened spot in the cornea and it’s causing … the front surface of his eye to be really irregularly shaped.” He explained that the disease would cause his cornea to form a balloon shape. Hence, Trent was in disbelief in learning the actual issues with his astigmatism.
He understood the real cause behind the distorted vision. Moreover, the reality TV star had to wear hard contact lenses to avoid the issue. Trent also discovered that his eye issues are contributing to his other health problems, such as vertigo and eye movement issues. However, he wasn’t very comfortable with wearing hard contact lenses.
But he was ready to do anything to avoid more health problems. The reality TV star has yet to find out the real issues with his brain. Trent is sure that his issue has no connection with his brain shrinkage. Fans are also waiting to learn what is the real reason for his brain health. Stay tuned to the TV Season & Spoilers for more tea on Trent’s mystery illness.