Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Former President Joe Biden has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office confirmed in a statement. The cancer, although more aggressive, is hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management. Biden and his family are currently considering treatment options with his physicians.
Prostate cancer is graded using the Gleason score, with Biden’s score being a concerning 9, indicating one of the most aggressive types of the disease. This news comes after a routine physical exam revealed a small nodule in his prostate, prompting further evaluation.
Metastasis, a condition where cancer spreads beyond the prostate, has occurred in Biden’s case, often targeting the bones. This poses challenges for treatment, as tumors may be scattered throughout the body. However, the hormone-sensitive nature of Biden’s cancer offers hope, as treatments can focus on depriving the tumors of the hormones they require to grow.
