King Charles has now been admitted to the hospital as he prepared to undergo a procedure for an enlarged prostate.
The 75-year-old monarch was papped arriving with Queen Camilla at the Private London clinic, the same hospital where Princess Kate is recovering post abdominal surgery.
Buckingham Palace has now confirmed the news in a statement, "The King was this morning admitted to a London hospital for scheduled treatment.”
"His Majesty would like to thank all those who have sent their good wishes over the past week and is delighted to learn that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on public health awareness."
Further adding, “In common with thousands of men each year, The King has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate. 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's understood that the King wanted to share his diagnosis to encourage men who may be experiencing symptoms to get checked,” the statement further read.
As per the National Health service, prostate enlargement usually occurs in men over age of 50.