Rhod Gilbert has said he's "optimistic" that he will make a full recovery after starting treatment following his cancer diagnosis.
The comedian said he was "recovering well" while sharing an update with his fans, just five months after sharing that he was being treated at the Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff, having been diagnosed two months prior to his announcement.
At the time, he explained he would be "disappearing for a while" in order to put his focus into his recovery and treatment.
Before his diagnosis, Rhod had been a patron of the centre but has now had surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy at the centre in the capital of Wales.
Taking to his Facebook page, he shared: "Huge thanks to everyone who has been in touch; reading all your messages of support has been a welcome distraction and given me a real lift. So thanks.
"There has been a lot of stuff in the press recently, so I thought I would clear up any confusion; my cancer diagnosis happened earlier this year (it's not a new development).
"I have since had surgery, radiotherapy and chemo at Velindre Cancer Centre and UHW, Cardiff."
He went on to tell his 336,000 followers: "Thanks to their tireless dedication and incredible care, and lots of wonderful support from friends, family and you lot, I am recovering well, laughing a lot and feeling happy and positive; we are all optimistic that I will come through this.
"I am making plans for 2023, so watch this space for info on the comedy stuff; there have been a lot of laughs in odd places, so I am not going to be short of material."
Fans soon flocked to the comment section to share their messages of support, with one writing: "I'm glad you're getting excellent treatment, I'm looking forward to seeing you in 2023!"
"Wishing you a speedy recovery Rhod," said a second.
Before a third commented: "So pleased to hear you’re recovering well and laughing, laughter is brilliant, cannot wait to see u back and doing what you do best."
Rhod previously explained he "never imagined" he would be a patient at the Velindre Cancer Centre having supported their work for several years.
However, he went on to say that he knew he was "in the best possible hands" for his treatment.
Earlier this week, he explained to BBC Radio Wales that he was recovering "day-by-day", adding: "I'm feeling positive, happy and optimistic."
