King Charles extends stay in hospital after op sparking health concerns as he’s forced to cancel engagements for a month
A source told The Sun: 'The extra stay is entirely precautionary but has nevertheless reportedly caused some unease'
THE King yesterday extended his stay in hospital after his prostate operation — sparking concerns for his health.
Charles, 75, had surgery on Friday at the and was due to be discharged after two nights.
But he remained under the care of doctors for a third night, as it was revealed he will miss full-time engagements for a month when finally discharged.
Queen Camilla visited Charles three times yesterday, including joining him for an hour at 6pm.
She visited her husband twice on both Friday and Saturday, spending up to three hours each day at his bedside to keep him company while he eats.
A source told The Sun: “It is understood that Charles would only stay in hospital for longer than two nights if there was some kind of unexpected issue.
“The extra stay is entirely precautionary but has nevertheless reportedly caused some unease.
“It’s now expected Charles will have to avoid public jobs for at least a month on medical advice.
“But knowing the King, he will try to keep some private audiences and insist on keeping on top of his paperwork.”
The Princess of Wales is also at The London Clinic having had abdominal surgery.
The Sun understands she could be released tomorrow.
Kate, 42, is not expected to carry out official engagements until after Easter.
The mum of three will probably miss the Baftas on February 18, St David’s Day events on March 1 and church on Easter Sunday.
The King had a procedure for an enlarged prostate.
He was diagnosed with the benign condition on January 17 having gone for a check-up.
Charles shared the news to encourage others to get checked.
And he was thrilled when NHS England reported a boost in views of its “enlarged prostate” online page — with one visit every five seconds.
A Buckingham Palace spokesman said at the time: “His Majesty would like to thank all those who have sent their good wishes and is delighted to learn that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on awareness.”
An enlarged prostate is not cancer and does not usually pose a serious health risk.
Only when moderate to severe symptoms do not respond to medication is surgery considered.
