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Early breast cancer signs as Vanessa Trump, 48, makes heartbreaking announcement on diagnosis
Kim N.
Vanessa Trump has spoken out about her recent breast cancer diagnosis after sharing a "personal health update".
The 48-year-old, who is the ex-wife of President Donald Trump's eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., took to Instagram to update her followers after undergoing a "procedure".
She wrote: "I want to share a personal health update. I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer.
"While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan.
"I would like to thank my doctors for performing a procedure earlier this week on me."
Vanessa added: "I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me.
"Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express. I kindly ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery."
The post was quickly flooded with well-wishes, including from the president's eldest daughter, Ivanka Trump, who wrote: "Praying for your continued strength and a swift recovery. Love you mama."
Vanessa's daughter, 19-year-old golfer Kai Trump, also wrote: "Love you! Strongest person ever."
The model was married to Donald Jr. from 2005 until 2018, and the couple shares five children - Kai, 19; Donald, 17; Tristan, 14; Spencer, 13; and Chloe, 11.
Since March 2025, Vanessa has been in a relationship with golfer Tiger Woods.
What are the early signs of breast cancer?
While there can be many signs of breast cancer, Prevent Breast Cancer says some of the key signs to look out for include a lump in the breast or armpit, swelling of part or all of the breast, dimpling or changes to the skin of the breast or nipple, including inversion.
Redness, heart, and skin irritation can also be warning signs, as well as bloody discharge from the nipple.
If anything feels or looks abnormal compared to usual, it is best to get it checked by a professional as even a small symptom could help save your life.
Women are recommended to check their breasts regularly, looking and feeling for anything that is out of the ordinary for their own body.
Their guidance states that the five main signs to look for are:
- A new lump or thickening in your breast or armpit
- Noticing a change in the size, shape or feel of your breast
- Visible skin changes in the breast such as puckering, dimpling, rashes or redness of the skin
- Fluid leaking from the nipple for women who aren’t pregnant or breastfeeding
- Changes in the position of the nipple – You may notice your nipple turning in and sinking into the breast
If any changes are found, they advise getting checked by a doctor, who may then refer you to a dedicated breast clinic.
It is important to note that many of the symptoms listed can be non-cancerous and caused by normal breast changes, but it is always important to get checked to rule out anything more serious.