Sarah, Duchess of York diagnosed with skin cancer
Sarah Ferguson has said she is in “good spirits” as she breaks her silence after it was revealed that she is battling an aggressive form of skin cancer.
In an Instagram post, the Duchess of York said she has been “taking some time to herself” at her home in Austria following the diagnosis – which came just months after she revealed she had breast cancer.
“Naturally another cancer diagnosis has been a shock but I’m in good spirits and grateful for the many messages of love and support,” she wrote.
The malignant melanoma was found after her dermatologist asked that several moles were tested at the same time as the Duchess was undergoing reconstructive surgery following her mastectomy.
Meanwhile, the Queen told a member of the public that the King is “fine” as he prepares to undergo treatment for an enlarged prostate this week.
Camilla visited Deacon and Sons, a 175-year-old family run jewellery shop, in Swindon on Monday afternoon.
Among those outside hoping to catch a glimpse of the Queen was 86-year-old Jessie Jackson, from Swindon, who said Camilla told her the King “is fine”.
Ms Jackson said she shook the Queen’s hand and asked her how Charles was doing.
King is ‘fine’ as he prepares to undergo treatment for enlarged prostate
The King is “fine” as he prepares to undergo treatment for an enlarged prostate this week, the Queen has told a member of the public during a visit in Swindon.
Camilla visited Deacon and Sons, a 175-year-old family run jewellery shop, in Swindon on Monday afternoon.
Among those outside hoping to catch a glimpse of the Queen was 86-year-old Jessie Jackson, from Swindon, who said Camilla told her the King “is fine”.
Ms Jackson told the PA news agency she shook the Queen’s hand and asked her how Charles was doing.
Camilla thanked her for asking and Ms Jackson added: “She’s lovely.”
Athena Stavrou22 January 2024 18:45
What is malignant melanoma?
Sarah, Duchess of York has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma following the removal of a cancerous mole during treatment for breast cancer.
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread to other areas of the body. Any diagnosis of melanoma is cancer, even if the term “malignant” is not used before it.
The NHS states that the main cause of melanoma is ultraviolet light, which comes from the Sun and is used in sunbeds.
Other factors that increase the chances of getting melanoma include having pale skin; red or blonde hair; blue or green eyes; a large number of freckles or moles and a family history of skin cancer.
The risk of melanoma increases with age, but compared to most other cancer types, it is also quite common in younger people, say Cancer Research UK.
Athena Stavrou22 January 2024 18:15
What will the Princess of Wales be missing while recovering from surgery?
The Princess of Wales has been in hospital since Tuesday while she recovers from a successful abdominal surgery in the London Clinic.
She is said to be “doing well” but will remain in the exclusive clinic for several more days, and is not expected to return to official duties until after Easter.
As a result, the future Queen will be forced to sit out of some of the events she usually shows support for including Children’s Mental Health Week, The BAFTAs and the Commonwealth Day service.
Princess Kate will also likely be missing the Easter church service at Windsor.
Kate’s health battle comes at the same time as the King awaits treatment for his enlarged prostate and Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, revealed she has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of skin cancer.
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