My daughter woke up with a numb arm and died two weeks later

The mother of a young woman who died just two weeks after waking up with a numb arm and being diagnosed with a brain tumour has said her daughter's death must not be 'in vain'. Speaking in an interview with the BBC, the mother described how her daughter initially experienced numbness in her arm, which was later found to be caused by a brain tumour. Despite urgent treatment, she died within a fortnight of the diagnosis. The family is now calling for greater awareness of brain tumour symptoms, particularly the less obvious signs such as limb numbness. 'We had no idea that a numb arm could be something so serious,' the mother said. 'I want others to know the signs so they can act quickly.' Brain tumours are notoriously difficult to diagnose because symptoms can mimic other conditions. The mother urged anyone experiencing persistent or unusual symptoms to seek medical advice promptly. Her daughter's case highlights the importance of early detection and the need for more research into treatments. The family hopes that by sharing their story, they can prevent other families from suffering a similar tragedy.