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BBC Presenter Reveals BRCA1 Cancer Diagnosis
8 Oct
Summary
- Radio presenter Rhianna Dhillon diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 37.
- She underwent a hysterectomy due to BRCA1 gene mutation.
- Chemotherapy is scheduled for the next six months.
BBC 6Music presenter Rhianna Dhillon has shared her ovarian cancer diagnosis at the age of 37. She recently underwent a full hysterectomy as part of her treatment.
Dhillon, who previously had a preventative double mastectomy due to a BRCA1 gene mutation, expressed surprise at receiving the ovarian cancer diagnosis at such a young age. She anticipated facing such health challenges much later in life.
Her treatment plan includes six months of chemotherapy, which will alter her participation in upcoming film awards season. Despite the challenges, Dhillon intends to continue her work.
She expressed deep gratitude for her extensive support system, including her family and friends, whose presence has been crucial. Dhillon also urged fellow BRCA mutation carriers to be aware of ovarian cancer symptoms, noting her own diagnosis came at Stage 3 after dismissing symptoms like bloating and a full bladder as common issues.
Colleagues like Lauren Laverne and Zoe Ball have sent messages of support following her announcement.
