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Scottish comedian Janey Godley issues update to fans as she starts chemotherapy

Scottish comedian Janey Godley has updated her fans as starts treatment for cancer.

Janey was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November after she had been experiencing bloating, lack of appetite and stomach pains.

She was forced to cancel her tour, including a gig in Edinburgh.

She has urged anyone who has similar symptoms to get a health check.

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The Glaswegian underwent a hysterectomy at the start of January to remove the tumour that she nicknamed, "Bunty'.

However Janey then went on to reveal that she had been diagnosed with stage three cancer and would have to have further treatment.

Today, on February 1, the stand-up comic took to Twitter to update her fans and supporters that she will be having her first chemotherapy session this morning.

Adding a photo of herself, she penned: "Up early for my first chemotherapy today, hopefully it will eradicate any wee cancer b******* left behind from the hysterectomy. See you soon @Beatson_Charity".

"I am so blessed to be in the care of the Scottish NHS", she added.

One replied: "Awa the best Janey you will be Ok thinking of you today."

"The Beatson will take the very best possible care of you and make today as comfortable as possible". A second added.

A third showered Janey with support: "Rooting for you! Cancer b******* beware. Hope they realise who they’re dealing with…!"

To which Janey replied: "They will soon find out - thanks you lovely man"

Janey and her daughter Ashely Storrie have been regularly updating their followers on Janey's health and journey since being diagnosed with cancer.

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