- King Charles III has been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer after undergoing a procedure for benign prostate enlargement. Details about the cancer stage and treatment plan were not provided.
- The 75-year-old king wanted to share his diagnosis to avoid speculation and help others affected by cancer understand his condition. He will undergo outpatient treatment in London.
- Many of Charles’ royal duties will be postponed or canceled as he undergoes cancer treatment. His wife Camilla will continue with her full public duties during this time.
King Charles III, 75, has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announced Monday. The news comes a week after both Princess Kate and King Charles were discharged from a private London clinic after medical procedures.
Details of the Diagnosis
During the King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted, the palace said in an emailed statement. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.
The statement did not specify what stage the cancer was found. Separately, Buckingham Palace said Charles did not have prostate cancer.
Charles ascended the throne last May after the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned until her death at the age of 96.
Recovery and Return to Duties
The news comes a week after both Kate and King Charles were discharged from a private London clinic after medical procedures. The king underwent a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate while Kate, 42, had unspecified abdominal surgery on Jan 17.
According to the statement, the king wanted to share his diagnosis in part to avoid speculation on his condition but also in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.
No further details are being shared about his treatment or prognosis, but the king returned to London on Monday to begin out-patient treatment.
Kate is still in recovery but her husband Prince William is set to return to his royal duties by attending the London’s Air Ambulance Charity Gala Dinner on Wednesday.
Conclusion
Buckingham Palace noted that many of the king’s planned engagements will have to postponed or canceled, apologizing in advance to anyone inconvenienced as a result. Charles’ wife Queen Camilla will continue with her full public duties as he undergoes treatment.
