Serena Williams, the 23-time grand-slam champion, recently underwent surgery to remove a branchial cyst from her neck that was described as being ‘the size of a small grapefruit’. The tennis star shared a video of the procedure on her TikTok channel, where she explained the situation.
In the video, Williams mentioned that she discovered a lump on her neck in May and sought medical advice. After receiving an MRI, she was diagnosed with a branchial cyst. Initially, she was told that it was not necessary to remove it, but as the cyst continued to grow, she decided to undergo further tests. Despite all the tests returning negative results, doctors recommended the removal of the cyst due to its size and the potential risks associated with it.
Williams expressed gratitude for the successful procedure and reassured her fans that she is now in good health. She also mentioned fulfilling a promise by attending an American doll event with her daughter, Olympia, following the surgery.
The tennis star’s confirmation that all tests on the cyst came back negative provides relief to her fans who have been concerned about her health. Williams’ openness about her experience serves as a reminder of the importance of regular health check-ups and taking necessary action when health concerns arise.