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Actress Alex Fletcher, playing Diane Hutchinson, reveals in Hollyoaks that her character has advanced ovarian cancer, highlighting late diagnosis risks.
In an upcoming Hollyoaks storyline, Diane Hutchinson, played by Alex Fletcher, reveals she has advanced-stage ovarian cancer that has spread to her lymph nodes, liver, and lung lining.
The plot, developed with Ovarian Cancer Action, underscores how the disease is often diagnosed late due to vague symptoms resembling IBS or menopause.
Diane confides in close friends before telling her husband, and while chemotherapy is an option, its effectiveness is uncertain.
The storyline aims to raise awareness, as over 75% of cases are diagnosed at advanced stages.
Fletcher, who is leaving the show after 16 years, said the role has been emotionally challenging and hopes it encourages women to seek medical help sooner.
La actriz Alex Fletcher, que interpreta a Diane Hutchinson, revela en Hollyoaks que su personaje tiene cáncer de ovario avanzado, destacando los riesgos de un diagnóstico tardío.