London: Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, on Friday revealed that she was diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy. The 42-year-old wife of Prince William, Britain’s future king, was hospitalized for almost two weeks at the private London Clinic after having major abdominal surgery in January.
In a heartfelt statement and accompanying video, the Duchess revealed that tests conducted after her surgery in January detected the presence of cancer. She shared the news to keep the public informed and to prevent any speculation.
She said, “Following the advice of my medical team, I am now in the initial stages of a preventive chemotherapy course. William and I were deeply shocked by this diagnosis. We are focusing on managing this situation privately for the well-being of our young family.”
Kate Middleton Suffering From Cancer, Undergoing Chemotherapy
Breaking her silence after weeks of widespread speculation over her health, the princess shared a video on X, watch it here:
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— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 22, 2024
“It’s been an incredibly challenging few months for our family. However, I’ve been fortunate to have an exceptional medical team who have provided me with excellent care, for which I’m deeply thankful,” she said in the video.
“In January, I had a significant abdominal surgery in London, initially believed to be non-cancerous. The surgery was successful, but post-operative tests revealed the presence of cancer. Consequently, my medical team recommended a preventive chemotherapy treatment, which I’ve now begun.”
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Kate Middleton’s Medical History
Kate, 42, the wife of heir-to-the-throne Prince William, spent two weeks in hospital in January after having what her office said at the time was successful, planned surgery for a non-cancerous but unspecified condition.
King Charles revealed in February that he too was to have treatment for cancer, meaning he has had to postpone his public royal duties. Her office, Kensington Palace, said it would give no further details about the type of cancer. It said she was on a recovery pathway and the preventative chemotherapy had begun in February.
After her operation, the palace said Kate would not return to official duties until after Easter, but her absence from public life has provoked intense speculation on social media.
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