London — Catherine, Princess of Wales video message On Friday, it was announced that the cancer was discovered in January. abdominal surgery She is undergoing preventive chemotherapy as advised by her medical team. This announcement is based on the health condition of the 42-year-old princess, Controversy over manipulated images Released by Kensington Palace.
Kate said the cancer was discovered during subsequent tests. her surgery,It went well. She did not give further details about her diagnosis, what type of cancer it was.
The Duchess of Cambridge said in a video message: “This has obviously come as a huge shock. William and I have done everything we can to handle and manage this privately for our young family.” “As you can imagine, this took time. It took time to recover from major surgery to begin treatment. But most importantly, the way George, Charlotte and Louis had it all That's why I took the time to explain that it was appropriate for them and to reassure them that I was okay. ”
Kensington Palace announced that her video message was filmed at BBC Studios in Windsor on Wednesday. Kate said she was currently in the “early stages” of chemotherapy treatment.
“I get better and stronger every day by focusing on things that help heal my mind, body and spirit,” Kate said in the video. “Having William by my side is a source of great comfort and reassurance, as well as the love, support and kindness shown by so many of you. It means so much to both of us. That’s it.”
She said she will continue to take the time and space necessary for treatment and recovery, and asked for the public's understanding.
“My work has always brought me deep joy and I look forward to returning when I can, but right now I must focus on my full recovery. I am also thinking of all those who have been affected by cancer. To those who are facing this disease, please do not lose faith or hope in any way. You are alone. Not.”
A message of support for Kate They flooded in from all over the UK and around the world.
In a statement released by Buckingham Palace, King Charles said: “I am extremely proud of Duchess Kate's brave words.” He said: “I have been in the closest contact with her beloved daughter-in-law in recent weeks.”
“We pray for the health and healing of Kate and her family and hope that they can live in peace in their private lives.” prince harry and duchess meghan said in a statement provided to the news agency.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said in a statement that Kate had “displayed tremendous courage” and said: “In recent weeks, she has come under intense scrutiny and unfair scrutiny in certain sections of the media and on social media around the world. “I have been treated poorly,” he added. ”
What do we know about Kate's cancer diagnosis?
Kate did not reveal what type of cancer she had been diagnosed with. A Kensington Palace spokesperson said: “The Princess is currently on the road to recovery having started her preventive chemotherapy in late February.”
CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. John LaPook said Kate's medical team appears to be working. her cancer was detected early.
“You always want to catch cancer in its early stages,” LaPook says. “They went in there to do whatever procedure they were going to do, and they knew the recovery was going to be somewhat prolonged, and maybe when they could get a good look, they They didn't find any evidence, and it wasn't until later, I think they tested the specimen, the surgical specimen, that they said, “Oh, there's cancer here.'' is. This was relatively good news for me because no matter what type of cancer you have, you always want to catch it in its early stages. ”
LaPook said “preventive” chemotherapy means treatment that “prevents the growth of microscopic cancer cells.”
Dr. Shivan Shivakumar, an associate professor of oncology at the University of Birmingham, told The Associated Press that she appeared to be referring to what is known in the medical industry as “adjuvant” chemotherapy.
“This is chemotherapy after surgery to prevent recurrence,” he said. “It attempts to destroy circulating cancer cells.”
Months of speculation and photos about health
Duchess Kate's announcement comes as public speculation increases about her health, which has been kept quiet by the palace.
Kensington Palace announced in January that she would undergo a scheduled abdominal surgery and would undergo a lengthy recovery in private until at least Easter on March 31st. She said there were no updates on her health during her recovery and that her surgery was not cancer-free. -Related.
And on Mother's Day in the UK in March, the Duchess of Cambridge and her husband, the Prince of Wales, released clearly doctored images of her and their three children, sparking continued speculation about her health. Several major global photo agencies have recalled the images.
Kate admitted in a social media post Edit imagesbut Kensington Palace refused to release the original unedited version.Another photo of the late Queen Elizabeth and her grandchildren has also been released. appeared to have changed.
The British tabloid reported on Sunday. Kate was spotted in public, released a grainy video that appears to show her and William at a farm shop near the family's home in Windsor. The tabloid quoted an onlooker saying she looked “happy, relaxed and healthy.”
In February, Kate's father-in-law King Charles announces He will undergo treatment for an unspecified type of cancer that was discovered during treatment for an enlarged prostate. Prince Charles and his wife Queen Camilla update He spoke about his safety and thanked the public for their support.
The Princess of Wales, formerly known as Kate Middleton, is now married to Prince William. heir to the throne, at a lavish ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London on April 29, 2011. they have three children. Princess Charlotte, 8 years old. and Prince Louis, 5 years old.
