Towle, who was first diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma at just 23 years old, updated her followers after spending several days in the hospital. In emotional TikTok videos, she appeared with a nasogastric (NG) tube and spoke openly about the physical and emotional challenges she has faced during treatment. Despite the progression of the disease, Towle maintained a hopeful outlook. “I know that it’s not great right now, but I still have hope,” she told her followers, adding that optimism continues to help her move forward through treatment.