King to undergo treatment for benign prostate condition
King Charles will postpone his engagements to recover
Last updated 17th Jan 2024
King Charles will undergo surgery next week to treat an enlarged prostate.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the news adding that the condition was benign and that it was a corrective procedure.
The news was announced shortly after Kensington Palace announced that the Princess of Wales was recovering in hospital after undergoing abdominal surgery
Buckingham Palace said in a statement “In common with thousands of men each year, The King has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate.
“His Majesty’s condition is benign and he will attend hospital next week for a corrective procedure. The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recuperation.”
It is understood KIng Charles was keen to share the details of his diagnosis to encourage other men who may be experiencing symptoms to get checked in line with public health advice.
The King had a series of meetings and events planned at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire on Thursday and Friday, which are now being postponed on his doctor’s advice.
Guests, including foreign dignitaries and members of the Cabinet, were due to travel to Scotland and the Palace made the announcement to allow for them to be made aware of the situation.