- Former Real Housewives of Orange County star Jeana Keough is battling tongue cancer and has been unable to eat for two weeks, prompting an outpouring of support from fans.
- Jeana’s family has launched a GoFundMe to help cover medical expenses, as she recently underwent surgery to remove the cancer and lymph nodes, and is now receiving chemotherapy.
- A planned feeding tube procedure for Jeana was delayed due to an infection and blood clot, forcing doctors to temporarily pause her chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
Bravo fans are rallying around former Real Housewives of Orange County star Jeana Keough after her daughter, Kara Keough Bosworth, revealed the reality TV alum hasn’t been able to eat for two weeks amid her battle with tongue cancer. The emotional update prompted an outpouring of prayers, personal stories, and suggestions for helping Jeana get the nutrition she needs
Only days ago, Jeana’s family revealed that she is battling tongue cancer after a sore she believed was caused by a tooth had gone untreated for nearly a year. She has since undergone surgery to remove the cancer and nearby lymph nodes and is now receiving chemotherapy. However, severe pain has made it difficult for her to eat or drink, leaving her malnourished. Her family also launched a GoFundMe with a $22,000 goal to help cover medical expenses
In a new update, Kara shared that Jeana’s planned feeding tube procedure had been delayed after doctors discovered both an infection and a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) blood clot in her leg
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“Jeana was scheduled to get the G-tube this morning so she can get some nutrition. She hasn’t been able to eat a meal for 2 weeks, so she’s extremely depleted,” Kara wrote alongside a photo of her mother in the hospital
She explained that the feeding tube couldn’t be placed until the infection is under control, forcing doctors to temporarily pause Jeana’s chemotherapy and radiation treatments
Despite the setback, Kara said her mom hasn’t lost her fighting spirit, joking that Jeana insisted she only had a “fake fever” and was ready to move forward with the procedure
The update quickly filled with support from Bravo fans, many of whom offered prayers alongside practical suggestions for managing Jeana’s nutrition
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“Would THC drops help? Can she not eat because her mouth or stomach? Sending so many prayers to you all. SHE WILL GET THROUGH THIS,” one fan wrote
Another asked whether doctors could temporarily use a nasogastric feeding tube while Jeana waits for surgery
Others shared deeply personal stories of surviving tongue and throat cancer—or watching loved ones endure similar treatments—offering encouragement and reassurance that recovery is possible. Many also praised Jeana’s trademark humor and determination, saying they’re rooting for her as she continues her fight
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