KING Charles has been diagnosed with an unknown form of cancer that was discovered during prostate surgery.
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said a “special issue was noted” after Charles spent three nights in hospital last month.
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The picture of the king was released by Buckingham Palace as part of today’s press releaseCredit: HMK
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The king is being treated for a form of cancer Credit: AP
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On Sunday, the king was pictured smiling and waving as he walked into church in Sandringham – the first time he has been seen since leaving hospital Credit: Rex
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Prince Harry flies to the UK to support his father after his diagnosisCredit: AFP
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Buckingham Palace today released a statement on the King’s healthCredit: Royal Family
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The Royal Standard flies at Buckingham Palace this eveningCredit: Reuters
The tests carried out revealed a “form of cancer”, the palace added.
The king, 75, is understood to have personally informed his siblings and children, with Prince Harry now flying to the UK to support his father.
William will also return to public engagements on Wednesday after canceling his diary to care for Kate and their children after she also underwent abdominal surgery last month.
What we know so far:
Today, His Majesty began a schedule of regular treatments and postponed frontline duties as advised by doctors.
Meanwhile, all other working royals are understood to continue with public engagements and may take on additional duties on Charles’ behalf.
The announcement comes just eight days after the king was released from hospital following a “corrective procedure” for an enlarged prostate.
In a statement released today, Buckingham Palace said: “During the King’s recent hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, a separate matter of concern was noted.
“Later diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer.
“His Majesty began a schedule of regular treatments today, during which time doctors have advised him to postpone his public duties.
“During this period, His Majesty will continue to carry out government business and official paperwork as usual.
King Charles leaves hospital with Queen Camilla after a three-night stay following treatment for his prostate
“The King is grateful to his medical team for their prompt intervention, which was made possible by his recent hospital procedure. He remains completely positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.
“His Majesty has decided to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope of helping to increase public understanding for those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
The Palace refused to confirm the type of cancer.
Reacting to the announcement, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said: “Wish His Majesty a full and speedy recovery.
“I have no doubt he will be back to full strength quickly and I know the whole country will wish him the best.”
Opposition Leader Sir Keir Starmer added: “On behalf of the Labor Party, I wish His Majesty the best in his recovery.
“We look forward to seeing him quickly and fully healthy.”
US President Joe Biden also said he was “concerned” about the king and planned to call him later.
He told reporters: “I’m worried about him. I just heard about his diagnosis.
“I’ll talk to him, God willing.”
Charles, who came to the throne just 17 months ago, was last seen on Sunday when he attended church in Sandringham.
On Wednesday, January 17, he announced that he had been diagnosed with an enlarged prostate and would be going to the hospital.
The palace said his condition was “benign” and he would undergo a “corrective procedure”.
A spokesman said: “Like thousands of men every year, the King sought treatment for an enlarged prostate.
“His Majesty’s condition is benign and he will go to hospital next week for a corrective procedure.
“The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recovery.”
Sources close to the king said at the time that he wanted to share his diagnoses to encourage other men suffering from the symptoms to seek medical advice.
The announcement prompted 26,170 visits to the enlarged prostate page on the NHS website, compared with a daily average of 1,400 earlier this week.
Camilla said Charles was “doing well” and was “looking forward to getting back to work” as she spoke in Aberdeen during an official visit to the art gallery 24 hours later.
He spent two nights at Birkhall, on the Balmoral estate, and Camilla canceled her flight back to England after the engagement to stay with her husband.
It comes as the Princess of Wales continues her recovery from abdominal surgery.
On January 16, Kate underwent abdominal surgery at the same London clinic.
She was released after 13 days.
Former Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and Liz Truss also sent their best wishes to the King tonight.
Mr. Johnson wrote on X: “The whole country will be cheering for the King today. Best wishes to Charles III for a full and speedy recovery.”
Ms Truss said: “She sends her best wishes to His Majesty the King and the Royal Family as she undergoes cancer treatment.
“He will be in our thoughts and prayers. God save the king!”
ROYAL OPERATIONS
How the King and Kate’s health battles unfolded:
Tuesday January 16: Kate, 42, is secretly admitted to a London clinic and undergoes abdominal surgery.
Wednesday January 17: Kensington Palace announces the princess’s operation and says she will remain in a private hospital for 10-14 days. More than an hour later, Buckingham Palace announced that the king, 75, would be treated for a benign enlarged prostate and would be admitted to hospital in a few days.
Thursday, January 18: Prince William spends time at his wife’s bedside, driving out the back entrance for a low-key, private visit.
The Queen said the King was “doing well” and was “looking forward to getting back to work” during a visit to Aberdeen Art Gallery
Friday, January 19: The King and Queen return from Scotland and go to their Sandringham estate in Norfolk to rest before the procedure.
Monday, January 22: The Queen tells 86-year-old well-wisher Jessie Jackson that the King is “fine” and thanks her for the question, as she runs errands in Swindon. Camilla encourages the king to calm down. An insider told The Sun: “The Queen has told him he needs to slow down.”
Thursday 25 January: The King returns to London from Sandringham ready for treatment.
Friday January 26: The King is admitted to a London clinic for treatment for an enlarged prostate and also visits the Princess of Wales, who is recovering in the same hospital.
Sunday January 28: Queen Camilla arrives for her fourth visit on Charles’ third day in hospital.
Monday, January 29: King Charles leaves hospital.
Sunday, February 4: Charles seen waving as he walks to church in Sandringham
Charles was ordered to rest by his doctor and relaxed at Sandringham until traveling to London the night before his hospital check-up.
Although he skipped church a few days later, he was seen driving alone around his Sandringham estate where he recuperated over the weekend.
He accompanied Camille before the procedure at the London clinic on January 26.
Buckingham Palace said at the time: “The King was admitted to a London hospital this morning for planned treatment.
“His Majesty would like to thank everyone who has sent well wishes over the past week.
“He is thrilled to know that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on public health awareness.”
The operation was deemed a success and as Camilla left the clinic she told reporters “he’s fine, thank you.”
The queen visited her husband twice a day while he was in the hospital.
His Majesty was supposed to spend only two nights in the hospital, but he was kept for three.
He walked out of the London clinic last Monday with Camilla by his side.
A palace spokesman said: “The King was discharged from hospital this afternoon following planned medical treatment and has postponed upcoming public engagements to allow for a period of private recovery.
He would like to thank the medical team and all those involved in supporting his visit to the hospital and is grateful for all the kind messages he has received in recent days.
Within days of his release, sources revealed that the king was already back at work with his government’s Red Boxes fulfilling his constitutional role.
‘GIVES ALL OF HIM’
Opening the cancer treatment center on Wednesday January 31, Camilla revealed the King was “getting along” and “doing his best”.
Asked during an engagement in Bath on February 1 if the king was resting safely at home after the procedure, Camilla replied: “Yes, he’s recovering well, thank you.”
On Sunday, the king was pictured smiling and waving as he walked into church in Sandringham – the first time he had been seen since leaving hospital.
The palace previously announced that his engagement would be postponed for a month to allow the king to recover.
It’s unclear if that will change after tonight’s announcement.
Charles’ health scare was revealed on the same day Kensington Palace announced that Princess Kate had undergone abdominal surgery.
The Princess of Wales underwent a planned operation on January 16.
Kensington Palace announced on January 17 that Kate had undergone surgery, which is believed to be unrelated to cancer.
Prince William visited Kate at the London clinic every day after the operation.
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Last month His Majesty was admitted to hospital for treatment for an enlarged prostateCredit: Getty
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It comes days after the Princess of Wales (pictured with William) underwent abdominal surgery Credit: Splash
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Harry (pictured with Meghan during their trip to New Zealand in 2018) flies back to the UKCredit: Getty – Contributor
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The palace previously said his engagement would be delayed due to a short recovery period Credit: Getty
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The king has been advised to postpone all public duties Credit: AFP
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Queen Camilla accompanied him to a private hospital in central London before the operation. Credit: Getty
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