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Married At First Sight dating expert Mel Schilling began her chemotherapy journey in the UK this week after her recent surgery to have a tumour removed.

The Channel Nine star, 52, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before Christmas, gave the health update on Monday with a series of Instagram Stories.

She began by shooting a brief video outside Kingston Hospital in England, where she’s currently staying while she films MAFS UK.

‘So here I am, day one of chemo,’ Mel said as she rugged up against the cold with a massive puffer jacket and scarf. 

‘I have so much stuff with me thanks to all the advice I had on what to bring. It’s like I’m moving in for six weeks. Here it goes.’

Married At First Sight dating expert Mel Schilling, 52, (pictured) began her chemotherapy journey in the UK this week after her recent surgery to have a tumour removed

Married At First Sight dating expert Mel Schilling, 52, (pictured) began her chemotherapy journey in the UK this week after her recent surgery to have a tumour removed 

Despite her health woes, Mel appeared incredibly radiant and positive as she updated her fans, throwing her golden locks up into a high bun.

She hung a massive bag on her arm, packed full of all her essential items, including a very soft looking blanket. 

The Aussie dating expert continued to share videos and pictures of her stay in hospital, including one selfie with her Irish husband Gareth Brisbane.

The Channel Nine star who was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before Christmas, gave the health update on Monday with a series of Instagram Stories

The Channel Nine star who was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before Christmas, gave the health update on Monday with a series of Instagram Stories

‘It takes all of us to fight cancer, My number one support,’ Mel captioned the photo as she cuddled up with her partner who wore a brave smile for the occasion.

Another video saw Mel preparing for ‘infusion time’ with a table of delicious snacks which included roasted cashews, peanut M&Ms, blueberries and a coffee.

The final video Mel shared during her first round of chemo was overlaid with Christina Aguilera’s hit Fighter as the MAFS star left the hospital with a peace sign. 

Despite her health woes, Mel appeared incredibly radiant and positive as she underwent her chemo journey with Irish husband Gareth Brisbane (right)

Despite her health woes, Mel appeared incredibly radiant and positive as she underwent her chemo journey with Irish husband Gareth Brisbane (right)

Symptoms of colon cancer

Symptoms of colon cancer can include:

  • A change in bowel habits, such as more frequent diarrhea or constipation
  • Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool. Ongoing discomfort in the belly area, such as cramps, gas or pain
  • A feeling that the bowel doesn’t empty all the way during a bowel movement
  • Weakness or tiredness
  • Losing weight without trying

Many people with colon cancer don’t have symptoms at first. When symptoms appear, they’ll likely depend on the cancer’s size and where it is in the large intestine. 

Source: Mayo Clinic

It comes after Mel revealed the agony she was left in before her bowel cancer diagnosis, admitting there were times she ‘could have gone to that dark place’.  

Mel was diagnosed with the disease just before Christmas after she began experiencing symptoms while filming the Australian version of the show.

Speaking to New! magazine, Mel recalled the severe pain she was in while at work, saying: ‘I was doubled over and shouting – the pain was so intense.’

Her doctors originally thought her symptoms were simply constipation, but Mel got a second opinion from a London gastroenterologist after losing her appetite.

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