KING'S DIAGNOSIS
Full statement on King Charles’ cancer diagnosis as monarch starts treatment
The monarch is said to be 'wholly positive' about his treatment
BUCKINGHAM Palace has released a statement tonight revealing that King Charles is suffering from cancer.
The monarch, 75, left the London Clinic with the Queen at his side last Monday after undergoing a "corrective procedure".
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Charles spent three nights at the hospital receiving treatment for an "enlarged prostate".
The King had rescheduled all forthcoming engagements to allow for a period of recovery.
But in an update yesterday, Buckingham Palace confirmed the King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
What we know so far:
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- The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer
- Prince Harry is flying to the UK to support his father
- Meghan will remain in California with their children
- The King personally called his siblings and children to tell them
- He is receiving expert care from specialist doctors
- His Majesty returned from Sandringham to London to begin treatment
- Doctors advised the King to postpone public-facing Royal duties
- Camilla is preparing to play an important role supporting the King
- Charles will continue to receive Red Boxes and State documents during his treatment
- The King will continue to meet the Prime Minister for a weekly audience
A full statement read: "During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted.
"Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer.
"His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties.
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"Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.
"The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure.
"He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible.
The Sun's Royal Photographer Arthur Edwards is keeping positive about King Charles' cancer diagnosis
"His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer."
The King yesterday began a schedule of regular treatments and postponed front line duties on doctors advice.
Yesterday's announcement came just eight days after he was released from hospital following a "corrective procedure" for an enlarged prostate.
Prince William has since revealed when he will return to front-line engagements after cancelling his diary for nearly four weeks.
Earlier this week, Camilla said her husband was "doing his best"; as she opened a cancer support centre at the Royal Free Hospital in London.
Charles is understood to have wanted to share the news to encourage other men to get themselves checked.
A spokesman said: "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."
Charles was under doctor's orders to rest and he relaxed at Sandringham until travelling to London the night before his hospital appointment.
Although he skipped church days later, he was seen driving himself around his Sandringham Estate yesterday where he has been recuperating over the weekend.
Charles left hospital just hours after Princess Kate was also allowed to head home to Windsor.
Kensington Palace said she "is making good progress" after she underwent abdominal surgery at the clinic.
Sources claimed at the weekend that Kate's commitment to her royal duties will see her get back into work as soon as she can.
She is said to have plans to work from bed now she's back home.
In another blow for the Royals, Fergie revealed she had received a second cancer diagnosis in six months.
The Duchess of York, 64, had a mole removed last year which has now been revealed to be a malignant melanoma -- the most serious skin cancer.
The shock health scare comes after she was treated for breast cancer last year.
During reconstructive surgery, dermatologists removed several moles and raised the alarm.
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Tests after Christmas revealed one was malignant.
Fergie will now have more tests to discover if the cancer has spread but it is hoped that the mole was found early enough.
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How the King and Kate's respective health battles unfolded:
Tuesday, January 16: Kate, 42, is secretly admitted to the London Clinic and undergoes abdominal surgery.
Wednesday, January 17: Kensington Palace announces the princess' operation and says she will remain in the private hospital for 10-14 days.
Over an hour later, Buckingham Palace announces the King, 75, is to have treatment for a benign enlarged prostate and will be admitted to hospital in a few days.
Thursday, January 18: Prince William spends time at his wife's bedside, driving himself away from the back entrance during the low-key, private visit.
The Queen says the King is "fine" and "looking forward to getting back to work" during a visit to the Aberdeen Art Gallery
Friday, January 19: The King flies back from Scotland with the Queen and heads to his Sandringham estate in Norfolk to rest ahead of the procedure.
Monday, January 22: The Queen tells 86-year-old well-wisher Jessie Jackson that the King is "fine", and thanks her for asking, while she carries out engagements in Swindon.
Camilla urges the King to take it easy. An insider told The Sun: "The Queen has told him he needs to slow down a bit."
Thursday, January 25: The King arrives back in London from Sandringham ready for his treatment.
Friday, January 26: The King is admitted to the London Clinic for treatment for an enlarged prostate and also visits the Princess of Wales, who is recovering in the same hospital.
Sunday, January 28: Queen Camilla arrives for her fourth visit on Charles' third day in hospital.
Monday, January 29: King Charles leaves hospital.
Sunday, February 4: Charles seen waving as he walks to church at Sandringham.
Monday, February 5: Buckingham Palace announce King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer.
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