WWE wrestler Bray Wyatt passed away in August 2023 at the age of just 36.

It has since been reported that the star was suffering from an illness in the lead up to his death.

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Who was Bray Wyatt?

Bray Wyatt, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, was an American professional wrestler.

He was born on May 23, 1987 in Florida and died on August 24, 2023.

The star was the son of wrestler Mike Rotunda and grandson of wrestler Blackjack Mulligan.

His brother, Taylor Rotunda, also performed in the WWE under the name Bo Dallas.

Wyatt was once married to real estate agent Samantha Rotunda.

The couple split in 2017, but welcomed two daughters, Cadyn and Kendyl Rotunda, during their relationship.

Wyatt was then in a relationship with his fiancée JoJo Offerman.

She is also a professional wrestler, best known for her role on the reality show Total Divas.

Wyatt and Offerman welcomed a son named Knash Sixx in May 2019.

Their daughter, Hyrie Von, was born the following year.

After Wyatt’s death, it was confirmed that all proceeds from his merchandise would go to his family.

A statement on the WWE website read: “In the wake of Bray Wyatt’s death, WWE will donate all net proceeds to JoJo Offerman and his children.”

What disease did Bray Wyatt have?

Wyatt had not been seen on TV since February 2023, and there were rumors that he was dealing with an injury.

It has since been reported that he was suffering from heart problems caused by a bout of Covid-19.

Wrestling reporter Sean Ross Sapp shared online that Wyatt had made progress shortly before his death.

He posted on Twitter: “I was cleared to reveal that Windham Rotunda (Bray Wyatt) got COVID earlier this year which aggravated his heart problems. There was a lot of positive progress towards his return and his recovery.

“Unfortunately today he had a heart attack and passed away.”

According to the Email onlinethe WWE had taken precautions to ensure that Wyatt could stabilize his long-term health before he died.

They report that his illness was “both career and life threatening.”

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What was Bray Wyatt’s cause of death?

Wyatt’s death was confirmed by WWE on August 25, 2023.

The promotion said in a statement: “WWE is saddened to learn that Windham Rotunda, also known as Bray Wyatt, passed away on Thursday, August 24 at the age of 36.”

It has since been reported that he died following a heart attack, but the official cause of death has yet to be confirmed by family or authorities.

The Princess of Wales today revealed she is undergoing preventative chemotherapy following her shock cancer diagnosis.

Chemotherapy uses powerful drugs to attack tumors and is typically given to directly treat cancer or shrink a tumor in preparation for surgery.

As in the case of Kate Middleton, chemo can also be used as a preventive option in the hope of preventing the return of cancer.

Today, Kate, 42, said in a statement that she has undergone this preventive form of chemotherapy. She started treatment at the end of February.

At the time, it was believed that the reason for Kate’s surgery was not cancer.

Today she said subsequent tests showed it was cancerous.

Kate was then advised to undergo preventive chemotherapy and described herself as being in the ‘early stages’ of that treatment.

Preventive chemotherapy, also called adjuvant chemotherapy, aims to prevent cancer from returning once the main tumor has been removed from the body.

Cancer can spread to other parts of the body, a process called metastasis, in which small cancer cells break off the main tumor and take root elsewhere.

These “new” cancers can be difficult to detect, so doctors who specialize in treating cancer, called oncologists, often advise patients to undergo preventive chemotherapy in an attempt to eliminate any remaining traces of the disease.

Preventive chemotherapy is usually administered as an infusion or tablets, where they are then carried throughout the body by the bloodstream.

Depending on the type, chemotherapy can be administered in a hospital or at the patient’s home.

There are more than 100 types of chemotherapy drugs, but they all work in a similar way and circulate through the blood.

The drugs are cytotoxic, meaning they are toxic to cells and especially to cells that are dividing rapidly.

Because cancer cells divide more than healthy cells, they are more affected by chemotherapy, which is why it is used as a treatment for the disease.

However, other types of fast-growing cells, such as hair, bone marrow, skin and the lining of the digestive system, are also damaged.

This leads to some of the famous side effects of chemotherapy, such as hair loss or thinning, fatigue, easier bruising and bleeding, an increased risk of infection, diarrhea or constipation, nausea or vomiting, rash, and more.

Often a patient undergoing chemotherapy is also taking other medications intended to alleviate or combat some of these symptoms.

The specific dosage and type of chemotherapy used varies depending on the type of cancer.

The effectiveness of preventive chemotherapy varies considerably from patient to patient.

Factors that influence its success include the specific type of cancer, when the cancer was originally treated, the patient’s age, and whether he or she has any other health problems.

The specific type of cancer Kate has has not been revealed.

Around 375,000 cases of cancer are diagnosed in the UK each year, with 167,000 patients dying from the disease each year.

Survival rates vary considerably by type of cancer. In total, 50 percent of cancer patients will still be alive ten years after their diagnosis.

The Princess of Wales has announced tonight that she has been diagnosed with cancer aged 42 and is undergoing ‘preventative’ chemotherapy.

In a deeply emotional video message, filmed at Windsor on Wednesday, Catherine revealed the news had come as a ‘huge shock’ and that she and William ‘have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family’.

It came days after she was seen smiling with Prince William as they left their favourite farm shop close to their Windsor home. 

Speaking from a bench surrounded by daffodils and spring blossom, she said: ‘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. 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.’

Catherine’s cancer was discovered only after she underwent major abdominal surgery at The London Clinic in January. Kensington Palace has said it will not be sharing details of what kind of cancer the princess has, or what stage of cancer it is and has asked people not to speculate.

It is understood that the King – who is also currently undergoing cancer treatment himself – and the Queen have both been informed of the news. 

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the Princess of Wales has ‘the love and support of the whole country’ as her cancer battle was revealed this evening.

At the time of her abdominal surgery in January, Kensington Palace said that it was non-cancerous. They have confirmed again tonight that is the case and that no tests had confirmed the presence of cancer. However post-operative tests subsequently found that cancer ‘had been present’.

This evening’s announcement will send shockwaves around the world and came after weeks of speculation – and wild conspiracy theories – about her health. 

It also creates a fresh crisis for the British Royal Family at a time where King Charles is also battling cancer. In January Sarah, the Duchess of York, was diagnosed with skin cancer, just six months after being treated for breast cancer.

The princess is now on what has been described as a ‘recovery pathway’ having commenced a course of chemotherapy in late February.

It is for this reason that Prince William pulled out of a memorial service for his late godfather, King Constantine of Greece.

Kensington Palace has strongly asked people not to speculate on what cancer she has.

However they say that she is in ‘good spirits and focused on her recovery’.

‘She is hugely grateful to the medical team for the care they are providing to her,’ a spokesman said. ‘She now needs time, space and privacy to complete her treatment and make a full recovery.’

It is understood that the announcement was made tonight not because of unpleasant social media speculation about her health and whereabouts – although that has been upsetting – but because her children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, eight, and Prince Louis, five, broke up from school today, which gave them the opportunity to take them away privately and protect them from the inevitable public shock.

In her video statement the Princess, dressed casually in a stripped Breton top and jeans, 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. 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, I underwent major abdominal surgery in London and at the time, it was thought that my 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. 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. 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.’

Even amidst her own personal anguish, there was a message for fellow cancer sufferers: ‘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.’

A source said this has been a ‘real shock’ for the couple and they have needed to take time to process the news personally and bring their young children to a place that they could ‘process this news about their mother’.

They have always wanted to shield them from the inevitable coverage her diagnosis will cause.

However she does have a very positive approach to her recovery and a positive mindset moving forwards.

A spokesman for the princess said: ‘We will not be sharing any further private medical information. The Princess has a right to medical privacy, as we all do.’

However her spokesman confirmed: ‘The Princess is now on a recovery pathway having commenced a course of preventative chemotherapy…in late February.’

The palace will not confirm how long her treatment is expected to last and has asked the media and public not to speculate.

It also said it would not confirm where her treatment would be taking place, a spokesman adding: ‘We will not be sharing any further private medical information. The Princess has a right to medical privacy, as we all do.’

Asked when the princess was given the news by her doctors, a spokesman explained: ‘Once post-operative tests had been completed and results reviewed.’

They added: ‘The Princess wanted to share this information when she and The Prince felt it was right for them as a family. ‘

A source said it had been ‘an incredibly tough couple of months for the entire family’ and it had been important for the princess to come to terms with her diagnosis, to recover form her surgery and begin her pathway to recovery.

Throughout this period the couple’s children have been her priority.

It is understood that William and Kate wanted to tell their children at a time that was right for them and to allow them to understand and process the news before it became public.

With the children having broken up from Lambrook School today for the Easter holidays this afternoon, they decided that now was the right time to share the statement.

Sources say their concern recently, despite global and social media speculation, was to put Catherine’s health and their children first.

It is now hoped, aides said, the speculation around the princess comes to a stop.

Catherine is apparently determined to go about her normal routine, which she sees as an important part of her recovery, and has asked for people to respect her privacy.

However it has been confirmed that the family will not be going to church at Windsor next Easter.

It is understood that Catherine wanted the time and space to come to terms with her diagnosis, to recover from her surgery and to then begin her pathway to recovery.

Throughout this period, her and William’s three young children have been their priority.

They wanted to be able to tell them at a time that was right for them and to allow them to understand and process the news before it became public, it is understood.

With the children now away from school on their Easter holidays, the couple feel now is the right time to share their update.

It has not been confirmed whether the princess is being treated on the NHS or privately.

However in selecting healthcare providers for The Princess, a balance of factors would have been considered by her medical team.

These include the most appropriate specialists for the condition, and the potential impact on other patients or on the resources of their healthcare providers and the privacy and security of the princess.

Kensington Palace have said they understand the worldwide interested the princess’s announcement would generate but have stressed that they will only provide an update when there is something significant to say in order to allow her to continue her treatment in private.

A spokesman said: ‘Their Royal Highnesses understand the interest this update will generate and are grateful for the public support they have received throughout this period. Kensington Palace will provide information, when the time is right, and The Princess is able to restart work and her duties. In the meantime, we would ask that the family’s privacy is respected. ‘

The Mail understands that Prince William will carry out engagements when the children return to school after the Easter holidays.

A spokesman said: ‘The Prince will continue to balance supporting his wife and family and maintaining his official duties as he has done since the start of the year. ‘

A source emphasised that this has been a difficult period for the Wales family. William has been focused on supporting his wife and children, while continuing to undertake engagements and work, and is extremely grateful for the support from the public.

The princess will remain out of the public eye for the time being.

Kensington Palace said: ‘The Princess will return to official duties when she is cleared to do so by her medical team. She is in good spirits and is focused on making a full recovery.’

It is understood she may be keen to attend events as and when she feels able to, in line with medical advice. Any initial public events will not necessarily signal a return to a regular public schedule.

A source added that she is in good spirits and focused on her recovery. She is hugely grateful to the medical team for the care they are providing to her and now needs to take the time and space to complete her treatment and make a full recovery.

By Heidi Parker for Dailymail.com

Published: 12:18 EDT, March 12, 2024 | Updated: 12:24 EDT, March 12, 2024

A young woman has revealed how she was diagnosed with incurable cancer after her smear test was postponed during lockdown.

Abi Macnamara, 34, from Swansea, was told she was not a priority when her test was postponed in March 2020 due to Covid restrictions.

In July, her test revealed she had stage one cervical cancer. She was told not to worry and was reassured that the disease had been caught early, making it ‘very treatable’.

But in December 2020, Abi was devastated when doctors told her the cancer had spread and was by then stage three.

The cancer has since returned twice and Abi has been told by doctors that the cancer is now incurable.

Abi, who is undergoing palliative chemotherapy and immunotherapy, said: ‘I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t be where I am today if I’d had my smear test when it was supposed to be done.’

‘I’m struggling to accept where we are now and who is responsible for it. I don’t understand why cancer screening and treatment have been suspended.”

Abi received a letter asking her to book a smear test in 2020.

However, the test was postponed when Britain went into lockdown on March 26 and non-urgent care was postponed to free up staff and beds for the expected influx of seriously ill Covid-19 patients.

After Abi’s test in July revealed stage 1b cervical cancer, she underwent a radical trachelectomy in November – which was also postponed due to Covid – to remove her cervix and cancerous lymph nodes.

Abi said: ‘It came as a complete shock because I was really fit and healthy… I’d been running half marathons, I’d been keeping myself in shape.

‘I just put my complete trust in the hospital. I was told to keep calling every week for a date.’

While the surgeon told her the operation produced crisp margins – indicating all the cancer had been removed – Abi’s world was turned upside down over Christmas week when she discovered the cancer had spread.

Abi underwent chemotherapy and radiation therapy, but received more bad news in January 2023 when the cancer returned, leading to acute kidney failure.

She was fitted with a urostomy bag for several months and received further rounds of chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

A scan at the end of August showed no signs of illness, but around Christmas she started feeling unwell again.

Abi was treated with antibiotics but she knew something was wrong, prompting her to bring forward her next scan.

The scan showed that the cancer had returned again, this time in her pelvic cavity.

Despite the delays in her treatment, Abi has received no apology from the hospital.

She said: ‘What irritates me is that everything was shut down because of Covid, but now everyone is living their normal lives and I have cancer. It shouldn’t have happened.

‘They never said sorry. The nurses were all fantastic, but the way the consultants spoke to you made you feel like they didn’t have time for you.

“If they tell you too, that’s a huge thing for you.

‘I understand that they have to deal with this every day, but you are treated as if you are on a conveyor belt. There’s just a lack of humanity in all of this.

“I think there’s been a big wave of cancer patients and they can’t keep up with the demand.”

Abi refuses to be told her prognosis and although she has now resumed chemotherapy treatment, she hopes to explore other alternatives abroad.

She has continued to maintain a healthy lifestyle to give herself the best chance of responding well to treatment.

She said, ‘I don’t want it, I don’t want to become it. I want to be as positive as possible for as long as I can.

“I’m not burying my head in the sand, it’s a very serious situation I’m dealing with.

“But your greatest challenges in life can be your greatest teachers. If I could turn back the clock I would do things 100% differently, but I can’t, I just have to keep going.’

Regarding the delay to surgery experienced by Abi, a spokesperson for Swansea Bay University Health Board said: ‘We are very sorry to hear of Ms Macnamara’s concerns.

‘While the health board strives to provide the highest standard of care, the pandemic has created significant and well-documented challenges for NHS services across the UK.

‘We have not received a formal complaint from Ms Macnamara and so have not had the opportunity to conduct a thorough investigation.

‘However, we would like to have a direct conversation so that we can discuss her concerns with her in detail.’

By Ciara Farmer for Mailonline

Published: 7:38 AM EDT, March 11, 2024 | Updated: 7:38 AM EDT, March 11, 2024

Endometriosis can increase your risk of pregnancy and delivery complications. This can be caused by the inflammation, structural damage to the uterus and hormonal influences that endometriosis causes.

Women should be aware of the rare disease endometriosis, which is considered a silent killer of the ovaries and a slow killer of fertility, experts warned on International Women’s Day, as March is also considered Endometriosis Awareness Month. Once a rare disease, it is now commonly diagnosed and the prevalence of endometriosis is increasing in Karnataka, experts point out.

What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition in which endometrial tissue (tissue similar to the uterine lining) grows outside the uterus. It can cause organs such as the uterus, bladder or intestines to stick together at certain points, and this condition is called ‘adhesions’.

Dr. Usha BR, consultant, obstetrician and gynecologist, fertility and laparoscopic surgeon, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, explained that about 70 percent of women who visit the outpatient clinic with complaints of painful periods and dyspareunia are diagnosed with endometriosis. cases are asymptomatic.

“I see at least 25 cases a month. It also causes painful intercourse, leading to sexual dysfunction, interpersonal conflict and later to infertility. Endometriosis is a silent killer of the ovaries and a slow killer of fertility,” explains Dr. Usha out.

“Endometriosis, which affects 10 to 15 percent of women in their childbearing years and 70 percent of those with chronic pelvic pain, often remains obscured by misdiagnosis, prolonging unnecessary suffering,” says Dr. Ramesh B, obstetrician and gynecologist , chief laparoscopic surgeon. Endometriosis Specialist, Altius Hospital, Bengaluru.

“It usually presents as severe dysmenorrhea, manifesting as intense pain during menstruation, which is often dismissed as normal. These women endure not only physical pain, but also mental anguish, as their severe pain is often attributed to a perceived lower pain tolerance by their peers,” said Dr. Ramesh.

Symptoms and treatment

With an average diagnostic delay of 6.7 years, the journey is marred by persistent pain and compromised well-being. Early detection, especially in adolescence, offers a glimmer of hope, potentially soothing anxiety and preserving fertility, he explained.

In Bengaluru, Karnataka, as in many other regions, barriers to diagnosing and managing endometriosis persist, compounded by obstacles such as cost and complexity of symptoms.

Still, the prospect of early intervention remains a beacon of hope, promising relief from pain, halting disease progression and safeguarding fertility for women across the region, said Dr. Ramesh.

Dr. Sharvari Mundhe, Consultant, Gynecologist and Fertility Specialist, Motherhood Hospital, Sarjapur, Bengaluru, explained: “Endometriosis poses a significant health challenge for women across the world, having a significant impact on their daily lives and reproductive health. With approximately one in ten women worldwide affected by this condition, its prevalence is significant. In India alone, an estimated 25 million women struggle with endometriosis.”

Despite its widespread prevalence, endometriosis remains a confusing puzzle in the medical field, with detection during diagnosis often evaded and women left to suffer its burdensome consequences in silence, she said.

“Urgent attention is needed to develop effective treatment options, given the heavy toll this takes on physical, emotional and reproductive well-being. To enable women to better manage their symptoms and protect their reproductive health, greater investment in research, education and access to specialized treatment options is needed,” she added.

Dr. Usha said endometriosis, which affects 1 in 7 women, often manifests with pelvic pain, heavy periods and infertility. “Yet, many patients may be asymptomatic and unaware of the presence of the condition. Diagnosing endometriosis involves reviewing medical history, performing pelvic examinations and often requires laparoscopic surgery for definitive confirmation and removal of endometrial tissue outside the uterus,” she said.

Lifestyle changes, such as dietary changes and stress reduction, can complement medical treatments. Early detection and comprehensive management improve outcomes, provide relief and improve the quality of life for those affected, experts agreed.

(Input: IANS)

Queen Letizia of Spain triumphed in style once again as she attended an event marking Rare Disease Day in Seville, Andalusia.

The 51-year-old royal chaired the country’s official event to mark World Rare Diseases Day, which was held on Tuesday, March 5, at Seville’s FIBES Conference and Exhibition Center.

The former journalist wore a stylish knitted midi dress in navy blue from Spanish designer Galcon Studio.

The long sleeved number is known as the Floral Intarsia Knit Dress and features two large cream flowers on the front.

The elegant dress with round neck and belt at the waist is made of 100% merino wool. Once sold for €229, but is no longer available.

Eagle-eyed royal fans may recognize the dress from previous official engagements, including Ateneo De Madrid’s bicentenary last April.

Before that, the mother of two wore the garment in March 2022 for the start of the ‘Talent Tour’ in Malaga.

In Seville she paired the dress with black patent leather shoes and diamond studs in the shape of a star, while her straight brown hair fell just below her shoulders.

While this year’s World Day for Rare Diseases took place on February 29, in Spain it was officially celebrated on March 5.

Also present were Andalusian President Juanma Moreno, Spanish Health Minister Monica Garcia and President of the Spanish Federation of Rare Diseases (FEDER) Juan Carrion.

FEDER, which campaigns for research and treatments for rare diseases, was founded 25 years ago in Seville.

Letizia, honorary president of the organization, last visited FEDER on February 13, where she also showed off her fashion flair.

She beamed as she arrived at the organization’s headquarters in Madrid, the Spanish capital.

The royal made a stylish entrance in a striking chartreuse blazer from Hugo Boss, priced at £354.99, paired with wide-leg trousers and suede boots.

Letizia’s ‘Jestena’ coat debuted in November 2023 and is made from textured wool with an asymmetrical double-breasted front and classic notched lapels.

Every year she visits FEDER to find out more about the challenges and opportunities the charity expects for the year ahead.

She let her jacket take center stage and complemented it with wide-leg trousers, suede boots and a long wool coat – all in a sleek black shade.

The royal opted for her signature makeup look, with a smoky eye, bronzed cheekbones and nude lip, while her brunette locks fell over her shoulders.

Letizia completed her ensemble with minimal jewelry, opting only for diamond stud earrings and a gold ring.

FEDER helps people who have contracted a disease that affects fewer than five in 10,000 people. In Spain alone there are more than three million people who meet these requirements.

• In Britain alone, 1.9 million people say they are experiencing symptoms of long Covid-19
• Scientists found that people with long Covid-19 had problems with iron levels in the blood

By Xantha Leatham, deputy science editor of The Daily Mail

Published: 09:51 EST, March 4, 2024 | Updated: 12:03 EST, March 4, 2024