Catherine explained that following her abdominal surgery in January for a non cancerous condition, subsequent tests showed cancer had been present. On medical advice, HRH has now commenced "preventative chemotherapy".
Until she has completed treatment and fully recovered, Catherine will be focussing on her wellbeing and that of Prince William and their young children George, Charlotte and Louis.
The Wales family are expected to leave Adelaide Cottage for the next few weeks of the children's school break. Most likely they will spend that time at their Norfolk home Anmer Hall.
Below is the Princess of Wales explaining her diagnosis as well as a photo taken by Prince William for Mother's Day, almost a fortnight ago.
This author is in shock and saddened by today's news. We wish Catherine a full and speedy recovery.
From Prince and Princess of Wales YouTube channel:
"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.
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.
For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone."
