Chris Stark undergoes surgery for testicular cancer
Capital Breakfast co-host Chris Stark has revealed he has had surgery following being diagnosed with testicular cancer.
In a post on social media, he said the treatment had been a success because the cancer had been detected early.
Chris said: “Around a couple of months ago, after a routine trip to my local doctors, I found out I have Testicular Cancer.
“I had surgery pretty quickly and have been off the radio/podcasts the last couple of weeks having chemotherapy to best prevent anything from coming back.
“The reason I want to share this is that I feel like an idiot that I didn’t spot this sooner. And although I’m effectively cured and it was caught early, my hope is any bloke reading this will perhaps think to check themselves today. Or go to a doctor if not sure about any possible symptoms.
“Caught early, this cancer is so, so treatable. It is most common in men aged 18–49.
“I also think it’s a tricky subject matter to talk about, but I’m willing to put my own ball on the line here if it helps make that conversation less tricky for guys, encourages someone to check themselves, and potentially saves a life.”
He added thanks to his family and friends for their support and “the incredible doctors, nurses, and hospital staff I’ve encountered, especially concerning cancer care.”
Chris is back on air on Capital today.
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