Princess Kate, who recently underwent stomach surgery, is currently recuperating at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor.
Although there is eagerness for her to resume her royal duties, experts suggest that a full recovery may take up to nine months.
Kensington Palace has indicated that Princess Kate is not expected to return to work until after Easter, with concerns raised about the complexity of her health issue.
The Princess of Wales spent a fortnight at Marylebone’s London Clinic for the successful surgery, the details of which have not been disclosed by her aides, except that it was non-cancerous.
The statement released by Kensington Palace post-surgery outlined that Princess Kate’s return to public duties is unlikely until after Easter, as per medical advice.
However, reports from the Daily Star hint at a potentially longer recovery period.
Abdominal surgeon Shashank Gurjar shed light on the intricacies of Princess Kate’s situation, emphasizing that the recovery process might be more challenging than anticipated.
He explained that the abdominal stitches typically remain in place for six to nine months, causing discomfort and requiring additional care during that period.
Gurjar emphasized the importance of support from family and loved ones to ensure a smooth recovery for Princess Kate.
In a coincidental turn of events, news of King Charles’ enlarged prostate emerged around the same time as Princess Kate’s health concerns.
The monarch had to temporarily step back from his royal responsibilities but is now on the path to recovery at home.
This parallel health issue within the royal family has drawn attention to the fragility of health even among prominent figures.