The official statement revealed, “Following her diagnosis with an early form of breast cancer this summer, Sarah, Duchess of York has now been diagnosed with malignant melanoma.”
During the reconstructive surgery following her mastectomy, her dermatologist recommended the removal and analysis of several moles, with one being identified as cancerous. The 64-year-old mother of two is currently undergoing additional investigations to ensure early detection.
Despite the distressing nature of the diagnosis, the statement reassures that the Duchess "remains in good spirits."
Expressing gratitude, the statement continued, “The Duchess wants to thank the entire medical team who has supported her, particularly her vigilant dermatologist whose watchfulness ensured the illness was detected when it was. She believes her experience underlines the importance of checking the size, shape, color, and texture, as well as the emergence of new moles that can be a sign of melanoma.”
Fergie, who shares daughters Princess Beatrice, 35, and Princess Eugenie, 33, with Prince Andrew, is currently recovering at a clinic in Austria.
This news comes amid reports of Kate Middleton recovering from 'planned abdominal surgery' and King Charles preparing for a prostate operation.
