HRH Princess Chulabhorn is recovering satisfactorily at Ramathibodi hospital after undergoing cataract surgery and treatment for back pain, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced today.

The medical team at the hospital reports that the Princess’s back pain has eased satisfactorily and to the extent that medication will now be administered orally, instead of intravenously, until April 30.

The Princess underwent cataract surgery on March 22 and March 29 to correct blurred vision and she can now see clearly and perform routine activities as normal, according to the announcement.

The Royal Household Bureau said the Princess expressed her appreciation and gratitude for all the good wishes she has received from the public while in hospital, adding that it is no longer necessary for people to come to the hospital to sign a book to wish her well.