Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri, known for appearing on Taskmaster, has disclosed that she was diagnosed with stage 1 endometrial cancer last year. The 44-year-old underwent a hysterectomy and had her ovaries removed as a precautionary measure.
In an Instagram post, El-Ghorri explained that a routine transvaginal scan in February 2023 revealed an abnormality in her womb. She was referred for further tests and later diagnosed with cancer. She chose to have both her womb and ovaries removed to avoid the need for chemotherapy or additional surgery.
El-Ghorri stated that the surgery resulted in “medical menopause,” which she described as more challenging than the operation itself. She detailed symptoms including low mood, vaginal dryness, changes in appetite and hair, depression, and memory problems, urging greater awareness of menopause's impact.
She also shared the physical and emotional difficulties post-surgery, noting that she could not bend at the waist until Christmas and felt shame about her helplessness. El-Ghorri emphasised that menopause is not a joke and changes life permanently.
