The British royal family is facing ongoing challenges as Queen Camilla grapples with multiple health issues, all while supporting her husband, King Charles III, through his own health battle. Recent reports suggest that the Queen, who has been facing persistent health concerns, is struggling both physically and emotionally as she navigates her royal duties amidst her husband’s “incurable” cancer diagnosis.
Sources close to the royal family have revealed that Camilla is dealing with several health problems, including mobility issues. She reportedly uses specially made shoes to cover deformities in her feet and has been advised against painful surgery for bunions. Despite these challenges, she has refused to acknowledge the need for a wheelchair, leading to concerns about her well-being. She has spent considerable time with doctors and specialists but continues to manage her condition in private.
In addition to her ongoing foot issues, Queen Camilla has battled other health concerns in recent years. In October 2024, she was diagnosed with pneumonia after returning from a royal tour of Australia and Samoa, leading to canceled engagements. Though she recovered, the residual effects of the illness, including fatigue, required her to scale back her public appearances. Camilla’s liver issues, reportedly linked to past drinking, also remain a part of her medical history.
Meanwhile, King Charles, who was diagnosed with cancer in early 2024, is reportedly managing his condition with treatment, though it remains incurable. His diagnosis followed a hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, and while the specific type of cancer has not been disclosed, the palace has clarified that it is not prostate cancer. Despite his health struggles, King Charles has remained active in his royal duties, though he now resides at Clarence House rather than Buckingham Palace, with his wife by his side.
The couple, married in 2005 after decades of public scrutiny, continues to face personal and health challenges together. Reports suggest that King Charles might not return to Buckingham Palace and could even reunite publicly with Prince Harry at the Invictus Games in 2027, as the ongoing rift within the family is starting to be seen in a new light due to the king’s health.
