Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi has revealed she has been diagnosed with stage 1 cervical cancer.
The Jersey Shore star, 38, announced the diagnosis in a video posted to TikTok on Feb. 20, explaining that the results of a recent cone biopsy confirmed early-stage adenocarcinoma.
“It came back as stage 1 cervical cancer called adenocarcinoma,” she said with a heavy sigh. “It’s obviously not the news I was hoping for, but it’s not the worst news either, just because they caught it so early. Thank God!”
Although admitting the diagnosis was scary, she said doctors discovered the cancer early, which significantly improved treatment prospects.
Polizzi said she has suffered from abnormal Pap smears for years and used her platform to emphasize the importance of routine screenings.
She warned that delaying check-ups could allow the disease to progress to later stages, often requiring chemotherapy and radiation.
The reality star said she will next undergo a PET scan and see an oncologist to determine if the cancer has spread. Depending on the results, she is considering a hysterectomy. She said doctors recommended it as the most effective treatment option while potentially allowing her to keep her ovaries.
Polizzi also spoke about the emotional side of the diagnosis and encouraged women dealing with similar health issues to seek support and speak openly about their experiences.
The author of A coastal thing first revealed she needed further testing in January, later confirming the diagnosis after follow-up procedures.
