Davina McCall Shares Cancer Diagnosis
The presenter, 58, revealed on social media that she had a biopsy after discovering a lump, which was removed through a lumpectomy just weeks ago. She expressed gratitude to the doctors, nurses, family, and fiancé Michael Douglas.
Support from Fans and Celebrities
Davina received an outpouring of well wishes not only from fans but also from celebrity friends such as Amanda Holden and Penny Lancaster.
Diagnosis and Treatment
In November 2024, Davina announced she had been diagnosed with a colloid cyst, a rare benign brain tumour, and had surgery to remove it.
"My cancer was caught very very early but will still require five days of radiotherapy in January as an 'insurance policy' to remain cancer free."
Personal Reflections
Davina admitted that she initially felt anger when she found out about the diagnosis but then moved to a more positive mindset.
"I was very angry when I found out, but I let go of that and I feel in a much more positive place now."
Encouragement to Self-Check
She emphasized the importance of self-awareness with a message to her followers:
"The message here, is know your boobs. Sending out huge love."
Public Announcement and Charity Event
Davina first revealed her diagnosis at her Dine With Davina charity event in Southampton, where she described how Lorraine Kelly had reminded everyone to check their breasts. She shared her experience of noticing the lump and deciding to get it checked.
"Lorraine Kelly had put signs on the backs of all the doors saying 'check your breasts' and every time I went for a wee I did that. It was still there, and then one morning I saw myself in the mirror and thought ‘I’m going to get that looked at.’"
Summary
Davina McCall openly shared her early cancer diagnosis and treatment journey, encouraging others to be vigilant while receiving heartfelt support from loved ones and celebrities alike.