The Princess of Wales used the phrase when describing her treatment in a statement on Friday.
Kate Middleton announced on Friday that she is currently undergoing cancer treatment after undergoing abdominal surgery in January.
In a video message posted to @kensingtonroyal On Friday night, the 42-year-old mother-of-three said: “I had major abdominal surgery in London in January and at the time, my condition was not thought to be cancerous.
“The surgery was a success,” she added. “However, post-surgery tests revealed that cancer was already present. Therefore, my medical team recommended that I should receive preventive chemotherapy, and I am now in the early stages of treatment.”
After Friday's announcement, there was an outpouring of support and well wishes on social media, but some expressed confusion about the term “preventive chemotherapy.”
Consultant oncologist Pat Price clarified the terminology in an interview with LBC's Tom Swarbrick on Friday night.
Price, who is chairman of Radiotherapy UK, the only charity dedicated to improving radiotherapy treatments in the UK, explained: “When the cancer has been surgically removed and removed, we sometimes give chemotherapy , just in case any cells are missed or escaped.
“This can take the form of a pill or injection, which usually lasts for a limited time and then stops,” she added.
this The pioneering oncology leader continued: “For example, pills will be available 14 days of the month.
“Some of the injections are given every three weeks, so we don’t know what that is, but she will probably be receiving it intermittently as an outpatient for a few months now.
“Now is the time for her to take some time and space to look after her health as well.”
In the video, Middleton stressed that she was in good health and expected a “full recovery,” while also asking that her and her family's privacy be respected during this difficult time.
“Having William by my side also brings me great comfort and reassurance. As does the love, support and kindness shown by so many of you. It means so much to both of us,” the princess continued.
“I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and understanding you have provided me while I was recovering from my surgery.”
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