Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson undergoes cancer treatment

Iron Maiden have revealed that singer Bruce Dickinson has been having treatment for cancer.

The legendary metal outfit posted on their website today (February 19) that the vocalist has this week completed a seven-week course of treatment for cancer found on his tongue.

They expect the Brit to have a full recovery.

The band statement wrote: "Just before Christmas, Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson visited his doctor for a routine check-up. This led to tests and biopsies which revealed a small cancerous tumour at the back of his tongue.

"A seven week course of chemotherapy and radiology treatment was completed yesterday. As the tumour was caught in the early stages, the prognosis thankfully is extremely good. Bruce’s medical team fully expect him to make a complete recovery with the all clear envisaged by late May. It will then take a further few months for Bruce to get back to full fitness.

"In the meantime we would ask for your patience, understanding and respect for Bruce and his family’s privacy until we update everyone by the end of May. Bruce is doing very well considering the circumstances and the whole team are very positive."

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