According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among women in the United States. Around one in eight women will develop the disease during their lifetime.
The organization also estimates that more than 320,000 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. each year.
Health authorities say symptoms may include lumps, swelling, or changes in the skin around the breast.
Family shows support
Vanessa Trump wrote on Instagram on Wednesday, according to UNILAD, that she is currently surrounded by support from her children, family, and close friends.
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Several members of the Trump family quickly responded to the post.
Ivanka Trump publicly shared her well wishes and expressed hope for a speedy recovery. Vanessa Trump shares five children with Donald Trump Jr.
She is currently in a relationship with golfer Tiger Woods, who has also faced several personal and health-related challenges in recent years.
Kept the reason private
In the post, Vanessa Trump said she is working closely with her doctors on her treatment.
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She also thanked the healthcare staff who assisted her following a procedure earlier this week.
The 48-year-old Vanessa Trump has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is now undergoing treatment.
Sources: UNILAD and the American Cancer Society.
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