King Charles III and the Princess of Wales are both dealing with medical issues that will force them to delay previously planned public engagements over the coming weeks.
Charles is to undergo a “corrective procedure” for an enlarged prostate next week, Buckingham Palace said on Wednesday.
The palace said the king’s condition is benign.
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Moments earlier, the princess’ office announced that Kate would remain at a private hospital in London for up to two weeks after undergoing planned abdominal surgery. The princess, Kate Middleton, is the wife of Prince William, the heir to the throne.
While it is somewhat unusual for members of the royal family to release details about their health, the twin announcements might help to avoid speculation if events featuring Charles or Kate have to be postponed or canceled over the coming weeks.
The publicity around the king’s surgery is seen as an opportunity to encourage other men to have their prostates checked in line with public health advice.
The 75-year-old king sought treatment “in common with thousands of men each year,” the palace said.
An enlarged prostate is common in men older than 50. The condition affects how one urinates and is not usually a serious health threat.
A series of events on the king’s schedule have already been postponed, including plans for a number of foreign dignitaries and members of British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Cabinet to travel to Dumfries House in Scotland.
Kate, 42, was admitted to The London Clinic on Tuesday.
The princess’ office at Kensington Palace did not offer further details, but said her condition was not cancerous. Though she has generally experienced good health, Kate was hospitalized while pregnant because of severe morning sickness.
Kate apologized for postponing upcoming engagements, and the palace said she would not return to public duties until after Easter.
“The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate,” the palace said. “She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private.”
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