Ireland scrum-half Kathryn Dane has revealed that she is recovering from a brain haemorrhage suffered during national team training in Dublin.
The 26-year-old said she hopes to make a "full recovery" and be back playing rugby again after the health scare.
Dane wrote on Twitter: “Three months ago I suffered a brain haemorrhage at Ireland training.
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“Luckily the IRFU medical team were close at hand to respond immediately and get me the care I needed.
“Thank you to the IRFU, Connolly and Beaumont Hospitals, Rugby Players Ireland and my family and friends for the love and support.
“I hope to make a full recovery and return to work and rugby, but it will take some time.
“For now I will be Ireland’s biggest fan.”
Dane, who plays her club rugby for Old Belvedere and represents Ulster at provincial level, made her Ireland debut in the 2019 Six Nations and has amassed 23 caps.
The chartered physiotherapist received support from the IRFU after revealing her scare on social media.
“We’re all behind you as you make your way back to full health, Kathryn," the IRFU said.
"We hope to see you back in a green jersey soon.”
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