Michael Holden
(Reuters) – King Charles of Britain spent some time in the hospital after experiencing the side effects of cancer treatment, and royal sources said it was just a “slight bump on the road”.
The 76-year-old king has been receiving treatment since he was diagnosed with unspecified forms of cancer last February after testing after his prostate enlargement.
The Palace said he had returned to his hometown of Clarence House and that his activities would be rescheduled for precautions. His wife, Queen Camilla, did not accompany him to the hospital.
A palace spokesman said: “Je will receive the certificate from ambassadors from three different countries this afternoon. Tomorrow, he will conduct four public events in Birmingham, which is very disappointing this time,” the palace spokesman said.
“He really hopes that they can rearrange in due course and apologize the deepest to all those who are working to make the planned visit possible.”
The palace refused to provide any details about the side effects. But a royal source described Thursday’s setback as “the smallest bump on the road, which is heading in the right direction” and medical treatment is not uncommon.
Sources said the King's recovery continues to move in a very positive direction, he is in good shape and is continuing to work and calling from his research.
He is expected to visit Italy with the Queen next month, and is expected to go as planned, with no other health updates expected.
Charles' initial cancer diagnosis was a shock for less than 18 months of reigning.
However, Royal Assistant has been optimistic about his health since then, and despite his meticulously managed diary, he returns to his busy schedule.
Camilla, known with other family members, often worked on official papers until his official paper was late, and he said he needed to encourage him to slow down.
Royal sources said the King's medical team was fully involved in discussions on his schedule, saying the response to treatment could be unpredictable.
The king's illness with his daughter Kate, 43, was also treated for cancer.
She said she is now eased in January and has gradually resumed her duties.
(Other reports by Nilutpal Timsina in Bangalore; edited by Leslie Adler, Bill Berkrot and Daniel Wallis)
