Sarah Ferguson
She reveals skin cancer diagnosis
Sarah Ferguson
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Sarah Ferguson is suffering from skin cancer. This was announced by a spokesman for the Duchess of York.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Ferguson, ex-wife of Prince Andrew, 63, immediately underwent a mastectomy at the beginning of July 2023, in which the left breast was removed and surgically reconstructed. According to the spokesperson, the Duchess of York had several moles removed during reconstructive surgery and examined by a dermatologist, with one of the moles identified as cancerous.
Sarah Ferguson: She emphasizes the importance of investigation
“The Duchess would like to thank the entire medical team who supported her, especially her dermatologist, whose vigilance ensured that the disease was detected in a timely manner,” the statement continued. Her experience underlines the importance of “checking the size, shape, color and texture, as well as the appearance of new moles, which can be a sign of melanoma.”
The Duchess was being treated in London following her diagnosis and was recovering at a medical health resort in Austria. “She is undergoing further tests to ensure that the disease was detected in its early stages,” her spokesman said. Of course, another diagnosis so soon after breast cancer treatment is “shocking, but the Duchess remains in good spirits.”
Sarah Ferguson: “My second cancer diagnosis in a year”
Sarah Ferguson has now spoken out on Instagram to talk about her second cancer diagnosis. “I took some time for myself as I was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, a form of skin cancer, my second cancer diagnosis in a year,” said the Duchess. “Of course, another cancer diagnosis was a shock, but I am in good spirits and grateful for the many messages of love and support.”
Sources used: instagram.com, people.com, thesun.co.uk