According to the spokesperson, His Majesty does not wish to single out or label his own illness, believing that doing so could unintentionally discriminate within the wider cancer community.
The clarification comes after the King shared a positive update on his health, saying that his cancer treatment schedule will be reduced in the New Year due to early diagnosis and effective medical care.
“Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctors’ orders, my own schedule of cancer treatment can be reduced in the New Year,” the King said.
He described the development as both a personal blessing and a reflection of advances in cancer care, adding that he hoped his experience would encourage others. He noted that around half of all people will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives.
The spokesperson said cancer experts had advised that, in his determination to support the entire cancer community, the King should focus on addressing those affected by all types of the illness rather than speaking about his own specific condition.
Separately, reports suggest King Charles is hopeful of reconciling with his son Prince Harry, particularly amid speculation that this Christmas could be especially significant for the monarch.
Sources said the King has always felt he has kept the door open emotionally, though tensions with Prince William remain unresolved.
King Charles traditionally places great importance on family time during the festive season and looks forward each year to celebrating Christmas with relatives at the Sandringham estate.
