Former I'm A Celebrity star and BBC Radio presenter Adele Roberts has shared a significant health update with her fans, revealing she has undergone a procedure to remove a 'concerning lump' from her neck.
A Worrying Discovery and Relief
Adele took to Instagram to post pictures of herself in a hospital gown, explaining the emotional rollercoaster she has been on. She confessed the lump, which appeared at the start of summer and continued to grow, had been 'worrying' her. The star expressed she was 'absolutely buzzing' to confirm that the growth was benign.
In a detailed caption, Roberts wrote about her profound gratitude, stating: 'Thank you NHS. What a week so far - it's only Wednesday and I've already had a camera up my bum, an enema (that I thought would NEVER END) and some test results that I've been worried about since summer.'
A History of Health Challenges
The discovery was particularly alarming for Adele given her recent medical history. In 2021, the Big Brother alum was diagnosed with bowel cancer. She underwent chemotherapy and an operation to remove a tumour, which resulted in her being fitted with a stoma bag in 2022. Later that year, she joyfully announced she was cancer-free.
She explained her recent anxiety, writing: 'With my recent health troubles and knowing you can never take anything for granted... it has been playing on my mind.' Adele revealed she had been put on a waiting list to have the lump removed just before she ran the Sydney Marathon in August.
Looking Forward and a Vital Message
The resilient star, who holds the record for the fastest aggregate time for a woman with a stoma bag to complete all major World Marathon races, said that 'all that running' helped turn a worrying period into a happy one. She is proud of her scar, noting, 'even though I'll have a wonky scar on my neck, I'm proud of it.'
While the neck lump was benign, Adele confirmed that an endoscopy did not yield clear results, meaning she will have to return for another procedure. She hopes there are 'no new growths hiding down there' so she can 'leave the NHS alone for a bit.'
Roberts ended her update with a crucial public health message, urging: 'If you're reading this and you're worried about anything please speak to someone. Early detection saves lives.'
