- Serena Williams Shares Health Update After Surgery for Grapefruit-Sized Cyst, revealing that initial tests indicated no need for surgery; however, it continued to grow.
- Williams documented the surgery on TikTok and expressed gratitude for her health.
- She missed significant events due to recovery but remains committed to family engagements.
- Support from fans and family has been vital during this period.
- Williams emphasizes the importance of prioritizing health over public appearances.
- She is optimistic about her recovery and future endeavors.
In a recent TikTok video, Serena Williams disclosed a significant health scare involving a cyst on her neck. The 43-year-old tennis icon shared that she had a benign branchial cyst surgically removed, which had grown to the size of a small grapefruit.
This revelation came after she first noticed a lump back in May, prompting her to seek medical advice and undergo various tests, including an MRI and biopsy. Despite being told initially that surgery was not necessary, the cyst’s continued growth led her to prioritize her health and opt for its removal.
Serena Williams documented her experience in the hospital, expressing gratitude for the successful procedure and the support from her medical team. In her video, she reassured fans that all tests returned negative for malignancy, emphasizing her relief and happiness about her health status.
The operation caused her to miss notable events, including Glamour’s Women of the Year awards, where she was set to be honored. Williams highlighted the importance of health over public appearances, stating that recovery is paramount.
@serena Back in May I found a lump showing on my neck. I immediately went to the doc got a mri and was told I have a brachial cyst. Have you ever heard of that? They said I don’t need to get it removed if I don’t want. So I did not get it but it kept growing. I decided to get more test and 3 test and one biopsy later everything is still negative but doctors advised I get it removed asap because it was the size of a small grapefruit and it could get infected or worse leak. So this is me removing it. I am feelimg so grateful, and fortunate everything worked out, and most of all I’m healthy. I still made it to American doll with Olympia as promised. And yes all is ok. 🙏🏿🙏🏿 #fyp #foryourpage #serenawilliams #mom ♬ original sound – Serenawilliams
Throughout this challenging time, Williams has received an outpouring of support from fans and family alike. Her husband, Alexis Ohanian, publicly expressed his admiration for her resilience and dedication as a mother.
Despite the surgery’s aftermath, she managed to fulfill commitments with her daughter Olympia, showcasing her determination to maintain family activities even while recovering. Williams remains optimistic about her health moving forward and continues to focus on her family life post-retirement from professional tennis.
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Last Updated on October 17, 2024 by 247 News Around The World
