King Charles diagnosed with cancer: What we know
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Buckingham Palace breaks news
Following a recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, Britain's King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer. As a result, he has begun a schedule of regular treatments and will be deferring his public duties, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace. "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," reads the Buckingham Palace statement on Monday.
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Not specified
While the palace has not specified the form of cancer, it said the 75-year-old monarch has started treatment and remains "wholly positive". He will be postponing his public duties on medical advice but will continue with his duties as a Head of State such as essential paperwork and private meetings. "He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible."
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200 types
There are more than 200 types of cancer - the most common ones in the UK are breast, lung, prostate and bowel, according to the National Health Service website. For many types of cancer, the chance of getting it increases with age.
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In contact with sons
The King is said to have informed both his sons, William and Harry, personally about his diagnosis and Prince William is in regular contact with his father, according to PTI. Meanwhile, PTI sources said that Prince Harry, who lives in the US, has spoken to his father and plans to travel to the UK to see him in the coming days.
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Choosing to go public
The King chose to go public about his cancer treatment as he had been a patron of several cancer-related charities when he was Prince of Wales, a spokesman said. "In this capacity, His Majesty has often spoken publicly in support of cancer patients, their loved ones and the wonderful health professionals who help care for them."