Punam Krishan opens up on breast cancer diagnosis

Scottish doctor and TV personality Punam Krishan has opened up on her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. The doctor popularly known as a ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ contestant disclosed that she has completed her treatment for cancer and is currently healing.

Krishan on her Instagram page revealed that although she is familiar with the process and has helped patients and their families get through difficult diagnosis, she felt shaken by the experience.

“I’ve spent almost two decades as a doctor, supporting patients and families through difficult diagnoses. And yet, nothing – absolutely nothing – prepares you for being on the receiving end yourself. The shock. The fear. The trauma. In that moment, knowledge means very little. I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, I’ve taken things one day at a time because that’s all I could do. And still… it’s been really hard. Much harder than I ever imagined,” she stated.

Krishan added the importance of having support from loved ones, stressing her love and admiration for her husband , children and her family.

“I’ve kept this private while going through treatment, trying to protect my energy and most of all – my children. My husband, my family and a small circle of friends have carried me through in ways I’ll never forget. When something like this happens, you realise very quickly what – and who – truly matters. I’ve now completed treatment and I’m healing. Grateful. Relieved. Still shaken. All of those things can exist at once. I’m sharing this now because carrying it quietly has been heavy. Because I’ve always believed in honesty. Cancer doesn’t discriminate. I had no family history. I was well. I’m a doctor. And yet – here I am,” she added.