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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maggie O'Neill

LSU football player undergoes brain tumour surgery after ‘dizzy spell’

Greg Brooks Jr./Instagram

Greg Brooks Jr, a football player at Louisiana State University (LSU) had a brain tumour removed last week after suffering from dizziness, according to the athlete’s family.

“Greg Jr was diagnosed last week with a large brain tumor that required emergency surgery,” the statement said. “Doctors successfully performed the procedure Friday to remove the mass, and we are awaiting biopsy results. We are grateful for the work and care of the medical staff helping Greg through these challenges and for the concern and love poured out by so many.”

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