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Siobhan Macdonald

Strictly's Shirley Ballas thanks viewers for spotting 'lump' as docs discovers concerning symptoms

Shirley Ballas thanked Strictly Come Dancing viewers after they spotted a lump under her arm which urged the star judge to get it checked out by a doctor.

The 61-year-old thanked viewers as they had helped her discover “concerning” symptoms in her body as doctors had discovered her hormone levels are “not right” and she needs some scans.

Shirley shared her health update to fans on Instagram after she got the results of her blood work.

Shirley told fans on Instagram: "So blood work back.

Strictly's Shirley Ballas thanks viewers for spotting 'lump' as docs discovers concerning symptoms (BBC)

"A little concerning so dr is making an appointment at kings to check certain odd things happening in my body I won’t go into the details at the moment.

"Any way to each and every one of you who started me on this road thank you so much.

"I’ll keep you all updated each and every one of you. Remember health is wealth so I’ll be on top of these issues for the time being. With gratitude to you all."

Fellow judge Motsi Mabuse was among those to send messages of support, writing, “take care of yourself”, while Tess Daly said she was “sending love”.

Olympian Adam Peaty, who is competing in this years series added: “Sending all my love and positive energy.”

Former Strictly contestant Joe Sugg commented: "Sending love Shirley, wishing you all the best."

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