King Charles is facing a significant health challenge as he has been diagnosed with cancer, according to Buckingham Palace. The specific form and stage of the cancer have not been disclosed, but the Palace announced that treatment has commenced. The diagnosis was discovered during a recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement. Although there are no details on the type of cancer, it is clarified that it is not prostate cancer.

King Charles underwent surgery for an enlarged prostate a few days ago, and the cancer diagnosis was identified as a separate issue during subsequent diagnostic tests. The monarch has started a schedule of regular treatments, prompting the postponement or rearrangement of public-facing duties. Despite this, he will continue to undertake state business and official paperwork.

The statement from Buckingham Palace expresses the King’s gratitude to the medical team for swift intervention and emphasizes his positive outlook on treatment. The decision to share the diagnosis is aimed at preventing speculation and fostering public understanding of cancer’s impact worldwide. The King personally informed his sons and siblings about the diagnosis. Prince Harry, residing in California, is expected to travel to Britain in the coming days to be with his father. The King’s recent photo was taken a day before the public disclosure of his diagnosis.