Buckingham Palace announced on Wednesday that the United Kingdom’s King Charles III, aged 75, is set to undergo a “corrective procedure” next week to address an enlarged prostate. The Palace emphasized that the King’s condition is benign, and the upcoming hospital visit is a precautionary measure.
The monarch had initially planned engagements for the current week, but these have been postponed based on medical advice, allowing for a brief recovery period. In an unusual move, the Palace disclosed details of the King’s health to raise awareness and encourage other men experiencing symptoms to seek medical attention.
Typically, the royal family maintains privacy regarding health matters, but Charles is reportedly keen on sharing his experience to contribute to public awareness. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) characterizes a benign enlarged prostate as a common condition affecting men over 50, emphasizing that it is not cancerous and poses no significant threat to health.
In a separate health update on the same day, Kensington Palace revealed that the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, 42, had undergone planned abdominal surgery and is expected to remain at a private London clinic for up to two weeks. The statement assured the public that her condition is non-cancerous, emphasizing her desire for privacy in handling personal medical information.
Kate Middleton, expressing appreciation for public interest, hopes for understanding in maintaining normalcy for her children during this period. The Palace did not disclose further details but conveyed Kate’s regret for postponing upcoming engagements and her anticipation of resuming them after Easter.
The simultaneous health updates from the royal family highlight a departure from their usual practice of keeping medical matters private, signaling a potential shift towards a more open approach to health awareness.
