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Buckingham Palace confirmed on Monday that King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
Contrary to initial speculation, it is not prostate cancer, but rather a condition discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate.
The exact nature of the cancer remains undisclosed, but a statement from the palace informed the public that the King commenced "regular treatments" on Monday, the BBC reported.
Despite the challenging circumstances, Buckingham Palace emphasised that the King "remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible."
As a consequence of his diagnosis, King Charles will be temporarily stepping back from his public engagements. It is anticipated that other senior members of the royal family will assume his responsibilities during the course of his treatment. The statement released by the palace refrained from providing additional details regarding the stage of the cancer or any prognosis.
Despite the health setback, the 75-year-old monarch is determined to continue fulfilling his constitutional role as the head of state. This commitment was evident when he was seen waving to crowds at a church service in Sandringham on Sunday. His public appearance followed a prostate procedure conducted at a private London hospital over a week ago.
Remarkably, King Charles had chosen to publicize his prostate treatment, with the intention of encouraging more men to undergo prostate checks. The palace noted his satisfaction in raising awareness about the issue, leading to a surge in inquiries related to prostate conditions on the NHS website.