Brandi Glanville gets concussion and perforated eardrum on 'Special Forces'
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Key Points:
- Brandi Glanville, former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star, faced significant financial strain due to costly medical bills from a prolonged health battle, leading her to return to work despite previously having the luxury to say no.
- Glanville was diagnosed with multiple serious conditions, including highly resistant ESBL Klebsiella, Valley fever, Demodex dermatitis, and mononucleosis, with daily IV treatments costing up to $6,000 per month.
- She suffered severe injuries, including a perforated eardrum, concussion, bruised sternum, and cracked rib, during filming of "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test" after a helicopter water jump went wrong.
- Despite her injuries and medical warnings against flying, Glanville was determined to leave the hospital early and considered completing the challenge a personal victory.
- Glanville criticized the U.S. medical system for its high costs and inefficiencies, sharing that she depleted her savings and 401(k) to cover medical expenses despite having insurance.
