Jessie J has opened up about the 'discomfort' she experienced during a performance at London's Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, revealing she had undergone five breast biopsies the night before. The 37-year-old singer, who recently announced she has an early form of breast cancer, said she 'didn't want to cancel' the show despite the pain.
In a social media post, Jessie J wrote: 'I had five breast biopsies the night before this show. I was in some discomfort but so hyped to do it and I didn't want to cancel. The more I watch this show back I can see my brain working in complete overdrive trying not to blurt it all out.' She added that she copes by 'laughing and making jokes in hard times'.
The pop star is due to undergo surgery after performing at Capital Radio's Summertime Ball on June 16. Earlier this week, she said that while 'cancer sucks in any form', she is staying positive and focusing on the word 'early'. She joked: 'It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job.'
Jessie J explained her decision to share her diagnosis publicly, saying: 'I just wanted to be open and share it. One, because, selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support, and also their own stories.'
The NHS advises regular breast self-examination and screening for early detection of breast cancer. Macmillan Cancer Support also offers a free helpline at 0808 808 00 00, open daily from 8 am to 8 pm.
