Princess of Wales has Cancer

The Princess of Wales has shared that she is undergoing treatment for cancer. The abdominal surgery she had in January was successful, however tests carried out after revealed the presence of cancer and she started a course of chemotherapy.

I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.

It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I’ve had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful.

In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment.

This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.

As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be ok.

As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits.

Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.

We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery.

At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.

Last month, it was announced that King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer and will postpone public-facing duties while undergoing treatment.

The King ‘so proud of Catherine for her courage in speaking as she did’.

Following their time in hospital together, he has ‘remained in the closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law throughout the past weeks.’

Both King and Queen will continue to offer their love and support to the whole family through this difficult time.

This week, eminent Royal Watcher Sarah (nyc.royalwatcher) joined Saad and Sam to discuss the outrageous online narrative surrounding the Princess of Wales this week, and the long term implications it has for the Royal Family, and its relationship with the media and public it has impacted Royal Watching.

Sarah is @nyc.royalwatcher.

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