Mama June, known for her role in the reality show Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, disclosed in a March 3rd episode of Page Six's Virtual Reali-Tea program that she underwent an unexpected complete hysterectomy last year. She shared that this medical intervention was frightening for her, as it was caused by the presence of fibroid cysts that had developed into separate cysts, which typically refer to benign tumors or fluid-filled sacs in the uterus or ovaries.

In addition to her health scare, Mama June revealed that the death of her daughter, Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, from cancer in 2023 heightened her fears regarding her own health. She expressed that the thought of possibly having ovarian cancer, influenced by Anna's tragic fate, troubled her greatly, and she even shared her concerns with her other children. Mama June admitted that she was overwhelmed by thoughts about her own health situation for a long time.

While she has mentioned her health issues, Mama June is not yet ready to discuss all the details publicly. She indicated that she still faces challenges related to her health that she prefers to keep private at this time, suggesting that her journey may continue to be complicated and demanding as she navigates these personal battles.