Arnold reported in December 2013 that she had been diagnosed with stage 3 choriocarcinoma as a result of a non-viable pregnancy in September 2013. Arnold told PEOPLE, “The one time I get pregnant, I get cancer.”
Treatment for the condition was problematic due to Arnold’s dwarfism. Dr. Concepcion R. Diaz-Arrastia told the magazine, “We wanted to avoid surgery in her situation because of her shortened airway and the difficulties she has had in the past with procedures.” “But we felt compelled to… This was necessary in order to save her life.”
Overcoming Obstacles
