The Chase star Jenny Ryan, known as The Vixen, has been hospitalised to have her enlarged thyroid gland removed. The 44-year-old quiz expert shared the news on Instagram, posting photos of her hospital stay and a scar on her neck following the procedure.
In her post, Ryan explained that her thyroid gland had grown so large it began causing problems, leading doctors to 'chop it out.' She wrote: 'As much as I'd like to have an exciting and glamorous reason... the reality is not so sexy. My thyroid gland made a bid for fame and got so big it started causing some problems so we chopped it out.'
Recovery and Support
Ryan assured fans that the surgery went well, stating: 'I'm fine. Surgery was all good and the consultant is very happy. My voice still works and it's healing nicely.' She added that she had to stay still for a couple of weeks to prevent complications but is now recovering well. She thanked the staff at University College Hospital (UCH) for their care, saying: 'The NHS is beyond wonderful.'
Fans and celebrities alike sent their well-wishes. Doctor Who writer Russell T. Davies commented: 'Phew! Get Well.' One fan wrote: 'Sounds painful! Heal well Lovely,' while another added: 'So glad you're doing okay and I wish you a speedy recovery.'
Background on Jenny Ryan
Jenny Ryan, also known as The Vixen, has been a Chaser on the ITV quiz show since 2015. She is known for her quick wit and encyclopedic knowledge. The surgery comes as a surprise to fans, as Ryan had not previously disclosed any thyroid issues. According to the Express, she shared multiple photographs documenting her hospital stay through to her recovery on Thursday.
