Princess of Wales says she is undergoing cancer treatment

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(BBC) - The Princess of Wales says she is in the early stages of treatment after cancer was found in tests.

In a video statement, Catherine says it was a "huge shock" after an "incredibly tough couple of months".

But she sent a positive message, saying: "I am well and getting stronger every day."

Details of the cancer have not been disclosed, but Kensington Palace says it is confident the princess will make a full recovery.

The princess's statement explains that when she had abdominal surgery in January, it was not known that there was any cancer.

"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," said the princess.

The chemotherapy treatment began in late February. The palace says it will not be sharing any further private medical information, including the type of cancer.

The princess, 42, said she was thinking of all those who have been affected by cancer, adding: "For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone."

Catherine said recovery from her surgery in January, for a condition which has not been revealed, had taken time and the priority was now reassuring her family.

"William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family."

The princess added: "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."

She said the family now needs "some time, space and privacy".

The King and Queen had been informed of the news about the princess's health prior to Friday's announcement - and King Charles himself has also been undergoing treatment for cancer.

Catherine and Prince William are now not expected to appear with the Royal Family on Easter Sunday, and there won't be any early return to official duties for the princess.

The palace also said Prince William's sudden absence from a memorial service in late February was because of the discovery of Catherine's cancer diagnosis.

The couple have faced intense public speculation and a social media frenzy about her health, since her operation in January. She has not attended any official events since Christmas.

In her video statement, she spoke about the support from her family: "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."

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Amaran Saturday, 23 March 2024 01:55 AM

Get well you soon !! May God bless you !!

Sivakumar, Jaffna Hindu Tamil Saturday, 23 March 2024 03:15 AM

The announcement in January that she has had a very serious abdominal surgery and that she needed long time , very unusual, to recuperate has now been sidelined and replaced with cancer. So now that abdominal surgery has become very trivial even to speak about . Something is not right , we are all being fooled by the Royal family, recall this is the same Royal family which fooled the world for 450 years and justified the brutal colonisation and religious conversions in Asia and Africa as “ white man’s burden”.

There is no love of the King of England for the wrongs their ancestors did to us Saturday, 23 March 2024 06:05 AM

If British had not invaded we would be as advanced as Thailand. But the British forcibly brought in indentured workers from India and ruined the upcountry economy. They grew much cash crops and all the wealth went to England. The current Royal family continues to face the curses put on them even a hundred years ago.

Tissa Fernando Saturday, 23 March 2024 09:28 PM

You are right, look at how China has become the second largest economy without British invasion. Few Chinese can speak English but they produce much advanced stuff the Britishers cannot even imagine. The countries invaded and left fir locals by the western invaders have gone bankrupt today. But I like the Royal family in general for their traditions.

PRAYERS FOR A TOTAL RECOVERY Saturday, 23 March 2024 07:59 AM

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE PRINCESS OF WHALES AND HER FAMILY. FAITH, HOPE AND TRUST IN THE LORD HEALING WILL COME IN HIS TIME. AMEN

Terrence K Saturday, 23 March 2024 08:45 AM

Always Trust in the Lord Jesus whose name is bigger and powerful than all other names ie. cancer etc. Faith is the things hoped for the evidence of which cannot be seen. Wishing you God speed in your recovery!!!!!!!!

Nihal Saturday, 23 March 2024 07:53 PM

Do you know how worried the Royal family has been that Prince Harry’s child may look little dark ? Look at your own skin complexion before wishing all your prayers to the Royal family.

Tissa Fernando Sunday, 24 March 2024 05:30 PM

Nimal, just forget NPP mentality and try to appreciate the history. The Royal family is liked by many people around the world. Actually I am very happy by seeing someone else being rich and living a luxurious life.

Nimal Saturday, 23 March 2024 03:30 PM

Our prayers are with the princess for a complete cure and a speedy recovery.

Anthony. R Saturday, 23 March 2024 04:21 PM

Wish her Royal Highness a speedy recovery. Assure our prayers, have Faith and Trust in our Lord Jesus, he will heal the Princess of Wales

Indian in UK. Sunday, 24 March 2024 12:08 AM

Those of you who criticise the royal family for things that happened in the past are barking at sour grapes. If tomorrow UK allows VISA FREE entry to UK for you all in Sri Lanka, 90% of you will be booking your airline tickets to go to the UK. Grow up.

VJ Sunday, 24 March 2024 01:08 PM

Wishing the princess a speedy recovery. Blaming her for the past is not fair at all. Even if Sri Lanka was not colonized, being prosperous like China or any other country is just a dream. Our people have always been lazy, trying to earn a fast buck by cunning ways. It has been 70 years since the country gained independence from the British, ask yourself have we made any progress at all?

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