‘Doctor Who’ and ‘ER’ Star Alex Kingston Reveals Womb Cancer Diagnosis,Credits Treatment for ‘Strictly‘ Return
Alex Kingston,known for her roles as River song in “Doctor Who” and Dr. Elizabeth Corday in “ER,” has revealed she was diagnosed with womb cancer in 2024, undergoing a hysterectomy and radiation therapy. The actress, currently competing on BBC’s “Strictly Come dancing” with partner Johannes Radebe, shared her story in a recent interview, emphasizing the importance of women seeking medical attention for any unusual symptoms.
Kingston, 61, said she initially dismissed her symptoms, attributing them to a urinary tract infection or fibroids. “I never went down the cancer road in my head,” she stated.”It was a shock,because I have a very positive outlook on life in general.” Despite experiencing a haemorrhage onstage during a performance of “The Other Boleyn Girl” at Chichester Festival Theater in April and May 2024, she continued to downplay her concerns.
Following the show’s run, Kingston received a diagnosis of cancer in her fallopian tubes, which had not spread to her ovaries. She underwent a major operation, including a hysterectomy and radiation therapy, which she described as taking up “a huge part of my life.” “The minute I had the operation, I suddenly felt like myself again,” Kingston said.
The actress is now using her experience to encourage other women to prioritize thier health. “the actress urged other women not to ignore any signs of ill health, and to have check-ups if they feel anything is wrong.” kingston’s decision to participate in “strictly” was directly inspired by her recovery, recognizing “life is too short” to miss opportunities. She and Radebe recently topped the leaderboard with their samba.
Womb cancer Symptoms:
The most common symptom of womb cancer is unexpected vaginal bleeding, which can include:
* Bleeding after menopause
* Bleeding between periods
* Bleeding after sex
* Heavy irregular periods
* Persistent heavy periods, unresponsive to medical management
* Watery or bloody vaginal discharge
Its critically important to note that not all abnormal bleeding indicates cancer, and a visit to a GP for diagnosis is recommended.
