A Statement Was Released by Buckingham Palace Following King Charles's Cancer Diagnosis

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer.

According to a royal statement, “During the King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted.” Subsequent diagnostic tests revealed a kind of cancer.

“His Majesty has today begun a program of regular treatments, and doctors have urged him to postpone public-facing duties. During this time, His Majesty will continue to do State business and official paperwork as usual.”

The statement continued: “The King expresses gratitude to his medical team for their prompt intervention, which was made possible by his recent hospital procedure regarding his treatment, and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.”

“His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

Buckingham Palace has not confirmed the type, although they have stated that it is not prostate cancer.

According to a Palace official, His Majesty has been treated for benign prostate enlargement. During this intervention, a separate cause of worry was identified and later diagnosed as a type of cancer. This second condition will now be appropriately treated.

“No further details are being shared at this stage, but His Majesty is receiving expert care and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.”

The briefing letter went on to say: “His Majesty is grateful to his medical team for their expert care and swift intervention, is wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.”

Charles is thought to have informed his younger son, Prince Harry, about his shocking health news before announcing it to the world via a Buckingham Palace statement. According to a source close to the Duke of Sussex, Harry will most likely fly to the United Kingdom in the coming days to meet his father.

Prince William, meanwhile, is thought to have regular communication with his father after being directly briefed by Charles.

Well wishes have since flooded in from around the country, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wishing the King a “full and speedy recovery”. Sir Keir Starmer, Labour leader, tweeted: “On behalf of the Labour Party, I wish His Majesty all the best in his recovery. We look forward to seeing him return to full health as soon as possible,” while Health and Social Care Secretary Victoria Atkins posted on X: “My thoughts are with King Charles and the entire Royal Family.”

Charles, 75, was discharged from the London Clinic a week ago after being treated for an enlarged prostate. While the specifics of the King’s treatment have not been revealed, it is believed that Charles received a remedial operation for the benign condition.

The King’s health issues were initially revealed on January 17, when he was diagnosed while staying at Birkhall in Scotland. He is said to have wished to spread the news to encourage more men to get examined.