Biden, 82, diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Former president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer, his office has announced.

- GUSTAF KILANDER

A spokesperson for the ex-commander-in-chief said yesterday that the diagnosis was made on Friday after doctors found a small nodule on Mr Biden’s prostate, which needed further evaluation.

“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms. On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone,” the statement said.

“While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,” the spokesperson added. “The president and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.”

President Donald Trump said on Truth Social: “Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”