“The surgery was successful.

However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present.”

This, too, was cleared up in Kate’s Instagram announcement.

Kate Middleton speaking

As you’ve got the option to imagine, this has taken time.

It has taken me time to recover from major surgery to get to start my treatment."

Kate Middleton smiling, standing next to King Charles, speaking

Prince William and Kate Middleton walk with three children