Amy Dowden during an interview on Lorraine last month

Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has disclosed that she is to undergo further surgery this week, following her recovery from breast cancer.

In 2023, Amy was forced to take a year out from competing on Strictly after being diagnosed with grade-three breast cancer, for which she underwent a mastectomy and chemotherapy treatment.

On Monday morning, the Welsh dancer shared with her Instagram followers that she is due to undergo a second mastectomy in a matter of days, after consulting with her doctors.

“As you all know I’ve always been very open about my health and the care I receive, so I’d like to start by [making] clear [that] what I am about to share is not to treat a new cancer diagnosis,” she was quick to point out.

“However, following a recent appointment with my incredible medical team, we’ve decided that I’ll be having another mastectomy this week.........

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