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Ivan Pourmir (medical oncologist)
Since the announcement of her operation at the beginning of the year and then that of her cancer, Kate Middleton has been recovering. The Princess of Wales, however, would be doing much better and would only be waiting for authorization from her doctors to resume her commitments. How is this decided? Explanations from Dr Ivan Pourmir, oncologist at the Georges-Pompidou European Hospital.
After the announcement of her scheduled abdominal surgery in January, Kate Middleton withdrew from public life. To the point of worrying the British. Faced with questions from around the world, the Princess of Wales finally spoke out, announcing that she had cancer. Since then, the young woman has continued her convalescence and underwent preventive chemotherapy. When will she return to public life?
Kate Middleton continues to be committed to the causes that are close to her heart
According to an announcement from the spokesperson for Kensington Palace, Kate Middleton continues to invest in a cause that is dear to her. She read a report issued by a working group on early childhood, for which she said she was “grateful”. However, this announcement is not an official return of the Princess, who is still waiting for the “green light” from her doctors to resume her commitments.
Asked about the subject, oncologist Ivan Pourmir explains that this is decided on a case-by-case basis. “It all depends on the type of cancer, the patient’s symptoms and their tolerance to treatment” first explains the specialist. “Some people do not stop working, particularly when they perform duties that are compatible with their treatment.” assures the doctor.
There are also different possible options, from therapeutic part-time to work adjustment. “If the patient has to be arrested, his return to work will be done following a medical examination with the occupational physician, who will assess the patient’s abilities and the possibilities with regard to his profession..
Keeping an activity is essential for patients
Generally speaking, doctors recommend that patients affected by cancer maintain some activity, whatever it may be. “This can be a professional activity, if the patient feels capable of working or has a moral need to do so. This is also a question that we ask patients, in certain cases, to find out how they feel and if they wish to continue their work.” adds Ivan Pourmir.
In all cases, the doctor recommends that patients maintain activity, if possible. “If it is not a professional activity, it can be a physical activity, to avoid isolation and disadaptation, particularly through muscle loss. This is very important because in the case of cancer, it can set in quickly, in just a few weeks.” he concludes.
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