BREAKING: Kate Middleton announces cancer diagnosis in heartbreaking video

Kate Middleton has announced she is undergoing cancer treatment.

The Princess of Wales has announced in a video she is undergoing preventative chemotherapy after tests taken after her abdominal surgery revealed cancer had been present.

Kate, 42 and wife to Prince William, spent two weeks in hospital in January after undergoing major abdominal surgery.

In a video released by Kensington Royal, the princess said subsequent tests had revealed cancer had been found, but said she is well and feeling stronger.

In the emotional video broadcasted this Friday evening, Kate said: “I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you, personally, for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding whilst I have been recovering from surgery.

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“It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family, but I’ve had a fantastic medical team who have taken great care of me, for which I am so grateful."

In January, Kate underwent major abdominal surgery in London, and at the time, thought her condition was non-cancerous.

“The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy and I am now in the early stages of that treatment.

“This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family. As you can imagine, this has taken time. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment."

The Princess said it has taken the couple some time to explain it all to their children, George, Charlotte and Louis.

“But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be OK. As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits."

She added: "Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.

“We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery. At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer.

“For everyone facing this disease, in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone."