Australian supermodel Elle MacPherson has shared news of her cancer diagnosis for the first time. The businesswoman revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago; however, she is now in remission despite not undergoing any chemotherapy or other medical treatments. Macpherson discussed this in her upcoming memoir, Elle: Life, Lessons, and Learning to Trust Yourself.
Elle Macpherson’s Cancer Diagnosis
Elle Macpherson shone some light on her cancer diagnosis in an interview with Women’s Weekly on September 2, 2024. During the interview, Macpherson disclosed that she was shocked by the news. She recalled her confusion when doctors informed her she had HER2 positive estrogen receptive intraductal carcinoma; however, she pulled herself together and started researching the best treatment options. Doctors recommended chemotherapy, but she wanted something different.
“It really gave me an opportunity to dig deep in my inner sense to find a solution that worked for me,” Elle Macpherson said in the interview. “I realized I was going to need my own truth, my belief system to support me through it. And that’s what I did. So, it was a wonderful exercise in being true to myself, trusting myself and trusting the nature of my body and the course of action that I had chosen.”
Macpherson’s Treatment Plan
Doctors recommended mastectomy with radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and breast reconstruction to Macpherson. She rejected all suggestions and instead opted for “an intuitive, heart-led, holistic approach.” The WelleCo founder decided on this after consulting with over 32 doctors. “I came to the understanding that there was no sure thing and absolutely no guarantees. There was no ‘right’ way, just the right way for me,” she wrote in her book.
This decision was challenging for the mother of two. Though her loved ones had mixed feelings about her decision to forgo orthodox treatment, she nevertheless wanted the option she was comfortable with. Elle Macpherson’s second son, Cy, never liked chemotherapy, so he was happy with her decision; meanwhile, her first son, Flynn, was uncomfortable with her decision, but he supported her.
Elle Macpherson’s Recovery
Following her decision to abandon conventional treatment, Elle Macpherson bought a home in Arizona. She devoted herself to holistic health care under the guidance of her primary doctor, a naturopath. Macpherson also saw other health specialists, including a dentist, osteopath, chiropractor, and two therapists. She further reached out to the late Olivia Newton-John, who died of breast cancer. The latter had also taken a holistic approach to her diagnosis.
“Yes, we spoke a few times when I was diagnosed and also through both of our healing journeys,” the businesswoman shared. “We did things differently, but we did share experiences with each other and how we feel and how we approach things.” Thankfully, Macpherson finally went into remission after her holistic health practices; however, she preferred to say she is “in utter wellness.”
Doctor Warns Against Macpherson’s Plan
Meanwhile, a retired UK physician, Martin Scurr, doubted the effectiveness of the actress’s holistic approach. While he didn’t question her healing, Scurr stated that alternative medicine ought not to replace orthodox treatments. He further expressed his anxiety that others might follow Elle Macpherson’s example blindly. “What worries me is that Elle will be seen as an example of the way forward for treating cancer,” he wrote in the Daily Mail. He also advised Macpherson to be cautious since her diagnosis was only seven years ago.
Elle Macpherson feels great about going against her doctors’ advice. “It was a wonderful exercise in being true to myself, trusting myself and trusting the nature of my body and the course of action that I had chosen,” she disclosed. “… It’s not only what your blood tests say, it’s how and why you are living your life on all levels.” MacPherson is courageous for going against the odds to become cancer-free; hopefully, she remains vibrant and healthy.
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