Overview
- After undergoing the procedure in November, the Strictly dancer told TV audiences she is three weeks into recovery and feeling stronger each day.
- She emphasized the surgery was not for a new cancer but followed mammogram findings of pre-cancerous cells and the discovery of additional tumours during her first operation.
- ITV's Lorraine aired footage of her consultations and hospital stay, with her surgeon confirming the procedure was successful and the programme set to follow her recovery through December.
- Dowden remains under long-term oncology care, taking medication and receiving monthly injections for at least five years, with treatment having induced menopause and left questions about fertility.
- She spoke about living in fear of recurrence yet said she is eager to return to the dance floor once cleared, reflecting on how far she has come since severe complications during earlier treatment.