Jane Fallon gives fans health update after having second surgery following breast cancer diagnosis
JANE Fallon has given her fans a health update after having her second surgery following her cancer diagnosis.
The author, 65, who is the partner of Ricky Gervais, told fans earlier this month that she was suffering with breast cancer, despite having no symptoms before the diagnosis.
Posting a sweet pic alongside her cat Pickles on Instagram, Jane wrote: “Little update. So, my 2nd surgery went well.
“They got the clear margin they need on the original excision, which is great.
“They did hit a new little patch of precancerous cells on the other side of the new bit they took out but, thankfully, everyone agrees more surgery would be overkill.
“A huge % of pre cancer doesn’t develop into cancer.
“I saw the oncologist today & we’ve agreed the risks of radiation outweigh the benefits in my case.
“Which leaves Tamoxifen (or similar) or wait and see (my preferred option).
“I’m very nervous about going the drug route, because I know the side effects can be hideous, but I’m taking all the info on board & luckily there’s no pressure to make a quick decision.
“So, all good & I’m just looking forward to getting back to normal.”
Jane’s followers flocked to support her, including author Jojo Moyes who wrote: “Well done for getting through another surgery.
“Wishing you some reassuring news very soon x”
A fan added: “Happy to hear the update and it sounds very positive … yes take your time to decide , & so all the research … as of course you will x”
Another said: “That’s such uplifting news , so pleased your doing well. onwards and upwards x And cats will always upstage.”
This comes just days after Jane slammed a fake obituary that was published online after she was revealed she had cancer.
She said: “I’ve taken the post about the obituary down, because I don’t want people to think I’m upset by it. I’m not. P***ed off yes.
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“But more, I just want people to know that any photos you see of me in hospital, looking sad or with tubes sticking out of me are 100% fake – AI generated.”
Following her recent procedure, Jane told her followers she was feeling “remarkably fine” and in good spirits.
She assured people she wold update them once she had the medical all clear.
“Then 8-10 days wait for confirmation that they’ve got it all & the margins are clear (small % chance of more surgery if not),” Jane wrote.
She has been resting up at home with the support of cat Pickles.
When Jane announced her diagnosis, Jane asked fans not to “panic” and said her prognosis was “excellent”.
She has been with comedian Ricky for more than 40 years after meeting back in 1982.
Jane is the author of 14 bestselling books and has penned titles such as Getting Rid of Matthew, Got You Back, Queen Bee, Worst Idea Ever, and Faking Friends.
