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Lottie Gibbons

ITV Coronation Street fans in tears as Leanne receives devastating news about Oliver

Coronation Street viewers were left extremely emotional after Leanne was given some devastating news about her son Oliver.

Oliver was tragically diagnosed with a rare form of a mitochondrial disease earlier this year.

The hospital decided there was nothing more to be done to help Oliver, leading Leanne to challenge their decision in court.

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But tough scenes aired tonight, as Dr Howarth told the court that in her view, it would be an act of kindness and compassion to switch off Oliver’s life support.

Leanne was in despair over the suggestion, walking out of court to return to the hospital.

Fans were also emotional, as many of them tweeted to say they were left in tears.

Molly said: "Jane Danson is an amazing actress.

"Thank you for all the hard work that you and everyone else @itvcorrie has put into this storyline.

"Never fails to leave me in tears. The awareness that this is creating is outstanding."

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Shannon tweeted: "This situation is heartbreaking. Leanne spent most of her life thinking she could never have children, she finally gets her miracle and is told that her son is dying."

And Stacey said: "Oliver’s storyline is absolutely heartbreaking."

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