Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones. This diagnosis follows urinary symptoms, which are common indicators of the disease. Prostate cancer often develops slowly and can remain asymptomatic for years, complicating early detection. The cancer's progression in Biden, indicated by a Gleason score of 9, suggests a severity beyond that typically seen at diagnosis. Prostate cancer is notably the second-leading cause of cancer death among American men, emphasizing the importance of awareness and screening.
Prostate cancer usually develops slowly, often remaining unnoticed for years before symptoms appear, making early detection challenging until the disease is advanced.
Biden's prostate cancer, diagnosed after complaints of urinary symptoms, indicates that the disease had progressed enough to affect the urethra.
Dr. Ryan Cleary emphasized the severity of Biden's diagnosis, noting that the Gleason score of 9 suggests a more advanced stage than typically seen in older men.
Screening for prostate cancer is incorporated into routine health checks for presidents, highlighting the importance of early detection even in high-profile cases.
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