Prince Charles' Cancer Diagnosis: Details and Palace Statement
However, the precise form of cancer has not been revealed, however it has been confirmed that it is not prostate cancer. This disclosure came after the 75-year-old monarch received treatment for an enlarged prostate at a London clinic. The Palace claimed that the King is "entirely positive about his treatment" and has resumed routine outpatient care, however public appearances have been canceled. He will continue to fulfill his constitutional duties as head of state, which includes paperwork, red boxes, and private audiences.
The King has personally told his two sons, the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, as well as his three siblings, Princess Royal, Duke of Edinburgh, and Duke of York, about his diagnosis. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's office stated that Prince Harry has talked with his father about his cancer diagnosis and plans to visit him in the UK in the coming days. It is reported that the couple would travel to America alone, leaving behind their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Buckingham Palace issued a statement saying, "An issue of concern was detected during His Majesty's recent hospitalization for benign prostatic enlargement. Subsequent examinations revealed a kind of cancer."
In a statementHis Majesty has begun a routine treatment regimen today, and doctors have urged him to postpone public appearances.
"During this time, His Majesty will continue to do state business and official paperwork as usual. He is appreciative for the prompt involvement of his medical staff, which was made possible by his recent hospitalization. He is completely enthusiastic about his therapy and ready to resume full public obligations as soon as feasible."
"His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope that it may assist public understanding for all those affected by cancer worldwide."
The King returned to London from Sandringham on Monday morning to begin his outpatient therapy. There are no plans to appoint state regents in the event that the King becomes incapacitated. Currently, these include Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Anne, and Prince Edward, with Prince Harry and Prince Andrew not being counted as non-working royalty.
It is hoped Prince Charles would be accessible for Privy Council sessions, but the logistics are still being worked out. It is also envisaged that if doctors urge him to limit physical contact, alternate arrangements would be devised for his weekly meetings with the Prime Minister.
He was last seen in public on Sunday at Sandringham, where he joined the Queen for a church service, his first appearance since returning from the London clinic.
