The real news in the United Kingdom is making headlines, talk shows and gossip magazine covers with every hour that passes after the busy day of this Wednesday. In a matter of an hour, two of the most prominent figures of the British monarchy had to undergo surgery due to physical problems: King Charles III and Kate Middleton. The Princess of Wales was admitted to hospital after an abdominal injury, while Her Majesty will attend next week.
On the eve of his operation to resolve benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous cell growth of the prostate, his wife wanted to reassure the most fervent followers of the Crown. Queen Camilla assured that Charles III was “well” and that he “wanted to return to work” as soon as possible. The king’s wife made this comment at the Aberdeen Art Gallery, where she was inaugurating a space to help victims of domestic violence.
The Royal Family of the United Kingdom published a statement on Her Majesty’s condition last Wednesday afternoon, one hour after Kate Middleton’s hospitalization was announced. “Like thousands of men every year, the king suffers from an enlarged prostate. “His Majesty’s illness is benign and she will go to the hospital next week for a corrective procedure,” the letter stated.
The king’s public engagements will be postponed for a short recovery period. Her Majesty has wanted details of her 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 tomorrow and Friday, which are now postponed on the doctor’s advice; hence today’s announcement,” the statement concluded.
Kensignton Palace also released a statement regarding Middleton’s illness: “Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to hospital yesterday for planned abdominal surgery. The surgery was successful and she is expected to stay in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery. “On current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public office until after Easter.”
“The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate. She hopes the public understands her desire to maintain as much normality as possible for her children; and her desire that her personal medical information remain private. “Therefore, Kensington Palace will only provide updates on Her Royal Highness’s progress when there is significant new information to share,” the post closed.
