King Charles III has been diagnosed with a “form of cancer”, Buckingham Palace announced, noting that the disease is not related to surgery to “treat benign prostatic hyperplasia”, which the 75-year-old monarch underwent submitted on the 26th.

According to the same source, it was during this same hospital intervention that doctors detected “another worrying problem”. “Subsequent diagnostic tests identified a form of cancer”, says the statement, without saying what type of cancer it is.

The monarch, who was discharged on the 29th, began a “regular treatment program” this Monday, during which “he was advised by doctors to postpone his public activities”, the same statement highlights. Even so, it is added, Carlos III will continue to “deal with state matters and official documentation as usual”.

According to Buckingham Palace, King Charles III “remains completely optimistic regarding his treatment and hopes to return to his public duties as soon as possible”.

The same source highlights that the king chose to share his diagnosis “to avoid speculation and in the hope that it can contribute to public understanding of all those around the world who are affected by cancer”.

According to Sky News, after learning of the monarch’s diagnosis, the Duke of Sussex decided to book a trip to the United Kingdom to visit his father, with whom he has already spoken. “He will travel to the United Kingdom to see Her Majesty in the next few days,” says a source close to the royal family, cited by Sky News.

In a statement, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wished the monarch a “full and speedy recovery.” “I have no doubt he will be back in full force in no time and I know the whole country is wishing him well,” declared Rishi Sunak.