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Sonia Gandhi Confirms Cancer Battle in Memoirs
Sonia Gandhi reveals cancer battle in memoirs, clarifying surgery locations and health history.
In brief
Sonia Gandhi reveals cancer battle in memoirs, clarifying surgery locations and health history. Sonia Gandhi's memoirs confirm her cancer diagnosis during UPA government, detailing surgeries in Milan and Rotterdam, not New York. Originally reported by Indiatimes.
Sonia's memoirs reveal cancer battle
Sonia Gandhi's memoirs confirm her battle with cancer during the second term of UPA government for the first time publicly.
Surgery locations clarified
Sonia had first surgery at European Institute of Oncology near milan in italy and later at erasmus university medical centre in rotterdam.
Initial cancer diagnosis
Sonia was advised surgery for suspected breast cancer in 2010 after no serious health issues until then.
First surgery details
Dr veronesi performed surgery removing two tumours including a non-suspicious one with intra-operative radiation.
Post-surgery recovery
Sonia felt relieved after surgery as doctors confirmed no residues and everything went well with no further treatment needed.
Pancreas tumor discovery
Routine follow-up tests detected a pancreatic growth a year after initial surgery.
Second surgery location
Sonia underwent second surgery at erasmus university medical centre in rotterdam for pancreatic tumor.
Second surgery experience
Rahul and priyanka were by her side during second surgery, and she woke up hearing them reassure her everything was fine.
Early detection success
The pancreatic tumor was found in a preliminary precancerous stage, allowing successful treatment without major complications.
Varanasi incident
Sonia collapsed during a roadshow in varanasi in august 2016 after hot and humid weather, breaking her shoulder.
Flight recovery moment
While flying to delhi, she saw rajiv reaching out to her smiling reassuringly during the flight.
Health impact in delhi
Toxic winter air in delhi affects Sonia's health, though no major health scares beyond the mentioned incidents.
Sonia's health history
Sonia has no other major health issues beyond the cancer battles and varanasi incident.
Memoir title
Sonia's memoir is titled 'belonging: a journey of love'.
Sonia's health status
Sonia has recovered from cancer and remains healthy with no further health issues reported.
The big picture
Sonia Gandhi's memoirs confirm her cancer diagnosis during UPA government, detailing surgeries in Milan and Rotterdam, not New York.
