The Princess of Wales has cancer

[AnnieA]

Transcript:

“I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support, and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.

“It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I’ve had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful.

“In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London, and at the time it was thought that my condition was non-cancerous.

“The surgery was successful. 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.

“This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.

“As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment.

“But, most importantly, 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.

“As I have said to them, I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirits.

“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.

“We hope you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment.

“My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy, and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for
now I must focus on making a full recovery.

“At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”

 

[Warrigal]

Wishing the Princess well as she undergoes her chemo. May she make a full recovery and have many years of health ahead of her.

 

[Naturally]

WHOA !!! King Charles and now Princess Kate about the same time ?!?!?!
I've always liked her and wish her a rapid and complete recovery.

 

[WhatInThe]

Darn it always seem to happen to the good ones.

Speedy recovery!.

 

[Bob4now]

Prayers for Her and the Royals through this. Shame to all those idiots looking for a salacious hidden story behind the photographs…shame on them.

 

[Pinky]

Cancer has touched my family through the years .. I wish the Princess of Wales all the best in her treatment, and the same for everyone who this disease has touched.

F*ck Cancer!

 

[Happy Heart]

Hopefully, they caught it early enough for a full recovery. When I looked at her beautiful photo, I hoped that beside recovery that she won't lose her pretty hair. Odd to think about that I know.

 

[Happy Heart]

Cancer has touched my family through the years .. I wish the Princess of Wales all the best in her treatment, and the same for everyone who this disease has touched.

F*ck Cancer!

EXACTLY!

 

[Rosie56]

Prayers for Catherine and her beautiful family. Cancer sucks!

 

[Raven]

I am heartbroken to hear that Catherine has cancer.
I have so much love and respect for her and William.
I pray she will have a speedy and full recovery.

 

[CallMeKate]

Of all the things that were speculated around the world, I don't think anyone predicted this.
Hoping for a full recovery for Catherine.

 

[jujube]

The Royal Family has certainly had two major blows there. I wish for a swift recovery for the Princess and that King Charles has as much comfort as he can. I read in one report that he might only have two years to live, but we can hope for a better outcome. Unfortunately, pancreatic cancer usually has a poor outcome.

 

[Jules]

Unfortunately, pancreatic cancer usually has a poor outcome.

Have they formally stated that it’s pancreatic cancer?

 

[Kir7]

Almost every family I know has been touched by cancer. But most alarmingly, too many young women are getting cancer in recent years.

 

[Widow of Vietnam Vet]

I thought the King had prostate cancer- in any event I will pray for them all. I love the Royal family and those press rumors about Kate's disappearance from the public eye are just disgusting. They are all eating Crow today, I bet. (and choking on it I hope )

 

[hollydolly]

I thought the King had prostate cancer- in any event I will pray for them all. I love the Royal family and those press rumors about Kate's disappearance from the public eye are just disgusting. They are all eating Crow today, I bet. (and choking on it I hope )

No...they haven't stated what type of cancer he has..but they did say it's NOT prostate cancer...

I think the reason both Charles or Catherine are not revealing exactly what type is because they don't want to be inundated with well meaning offers of all sorts of quack cures and advice...

Very recently Sarah Duchess of York ( Andrews ex wife).. was also diagnosed with Cancer ..breast cancer... she has now been given the all clear.

This tho' has meant in 18 months inclusive of the Queen.. there has been 4 notable cases of Cancer within the Royal family... this is unprecedented..

 

[Della]

So sorry to read this.

I've always liked her so much, she has such a quiet peaceful air about her and such a sweet smile. I'm pleased to read that her work brings her joy. That's how it always seemed to me when I'd see her making public appearances and greeting the public.

May she be well and back in action soon, I'm sure she has the best doctors in the kingdom.

A princess worthy of her crown.

 

[CallMeKate]

I think the reason both Charles or Catherine are not revealing exactly what type is because they don't want to be inundated with well meaning offers of all sorts of quack cures and advice...

Yes... plus not to mention all the keyboard warriors blabbing on about life expectancy, treatment stats on success, and telling stories all over social media about how their relative beat it or didn't beat it... it would turn into a nightmare fast.

 

[Dustbunny]

This is sad news indeed. My husband has cancer and this has touched many others I know. I hope they all have a good outcome with all they are going through.

 

[hollydolly]

Yes... plus not to mention all the keyboard warriors blabbing on about life expectancy, treatment stats on success, and telling stories all over social media about how their relative beat it or didn't beat it... it would turn into a nightmare fast.

Exactly that. It is in the public interest to know when our RF are ill with a life threatening disease.. we pay for their lifestyle and their medical care, but there has to be a line drawn where something has to remain private for them.. and that would be that they don't have to declare exactly what the problem is....

 

[Tish]

Wishing The Princess a quick recovery, prayers and much love sent your way.

 

[Rossana]

I am very sad to hear the news about Catherine and Charles.
Catherine is such a beautiful soul.
Cancer is cruel!
I hope the press and social media will back off now and leave them some privacy and peace.

 

[hearlady]

I wish a speedy recovery to the Princess. And may I say, she is a Princess in every way.

 

[RadishRose]

I am concentrating on these quotes from Catherine's statement-

1-The surgery was successful.
2 -However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present.
3- Therefore, I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy.

I hope her statements here will calm everyone who loves her.

 

[rgp]

I'm not a royal watcher for sure but ........ she is such a beautiful young woman and mother . I wish her only the very best.