Coronation Street viewers have been left on tenterhooks as Debbie Webster, played by Sue Devaney, faces a health scare. The character has been experiencing worrying symptoms such as fainting spells and forgetfulness, leading her to seek medical advice.
In Wednesday's episode (April 9), the hotel owner revealed she had been feeling out of sorts, with flashbacks showing previously unseen concerning symptoms.
Debbie recounted her recent unexplained collapse and subsequent disorientation, along with finding her lost purse in the fridge - an incident for which Mick Michaelis (Joe Layton) was wrongly accused.
She also lost her temper with her nephew Jack (Kyran Bowes) after he got into a fight at school, throwing his game console controller at the wall in an uncharacteristic display of anger that left the teenager upset.
Believing her symptoms were indicative of menopause, Debbie requested additional hormonal medication from her doctor. However, the physician initially suggested she may have suffered a mini-stroke.
As Debbie pressed him for a more definitive diagnosis, he expressed concern and ultimately shared his belief that she may be suffering from young onset vascular dementia, reports Plymouth Live.
Debbie was seen breaking down in tears as she confessed to being only 56 and feeling indispensable to many, including her brother Kevin (portrayed by Michael Le Vell), who is currently fighting cancer.
Meanwhile, Debbie's beau Ronnie Bailey (Vinta Morgan) was at The Rovers Return Inn enjoying a game of darts when he revealed his intention to propose to Debbie, openly declaring his affection for her.
However, Ronnie's romantic plans have sparked worry among Corrie viewers, with speculation rife that Debbie's health may take a tragic turn on the day she's meant to be wed, amid rumours that her character could face a fatal exit from the show.
Coronation Street enthusiasts have taken to social media to express their concerns. One fan posted: "Debbie will dramatically deteriorate on her wedding day won't she #Corrie."
Another fan voiced their dismay, saying: "Debbie's wedding is going to be so sad #Corrie", while another added: "Ah stop! ! Ronnie is going to propose. #Corrie."
One more viewer lamented the storyline, commenting: "Am devastated at this storyline. Isn't everyone already acutely aware of what a truly wicked illness dementia is? Why couldn't Debbie and Ronnie get engaged and have a happy future? Corrie is just a complete Doom fest #Corrie".
Coronation Street airs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV and ITVX
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