Queen Camilla provides update on King Charles ahead of monarch's prostate surgery

Queen Camilla provides update on King Charles ahead of monarch's prostate surgery

WATCH NOW: Queen Camilla discusses the King's condition in Scotland

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Dorothy Reddin

By Dorothy Reddin


Published: 18/01/2024

- 13:03

Updated: 18/01/2024

- 15:54

The Queen was out in Scotland today for a royal engagement

Queen Camilla has provided an update on King Charles ahead of the monarch's prostate surgery next week.

The Queen, during an engagement in Scotland today, was asked about the King’s health.


She said: “He’s fine, thank you very much. Looking forward to getting back to work.”

On Wednesday, it was announced that King Charles will seek treatment for an enlarged prostate next week.

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Queen Camilla provides update on King Charles ahead of monarch's prostate surgery

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This comes as all of the King's upcoming public engagements have been postponed.

The Palace has declined to say whether he would be treated in London or Scotland.

The King was diagnosed on Wednesday after experiencing symptoms and going for a check-up earlier this week.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “In common with thousands of men each year, the King has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate.

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“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.”

It is understood King Charles was keen to share the details of his diagnosis to encourage others to get checked.

The King had a series of meetings and events planned at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire today and tomorrow.

However, these are now being postponed on his doctor’s advice.

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Queen Camilla is staying by King Charles's side in Birkhall

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Queen Camilla looked beautiful in a tartan coat for her engagement in Scotland today

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A few hours after Buckingham Palace issued a statement about the King's health, it was reported that he was in "genuine good spirits" ahead of his prostate surgery next week.

The King, 75, is reported to be currently staying at Birkhall, his private home near Balmoral in Aberdeenshire.

The Queen is also understood to be staying with him while he prepares for surgery.

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