Former US President Joe Biden's office confirmed on sunday (May 18) that Biden has prostate cancer. According to medical tests, doctors first found a small lump, which later turned into cancer.
Biden's spokesperson said that his cancer is of Gleason score 9 (grade group 5), which means aggressive cancer. The cancer has spread to the bones, which is called metastasis in the language of medical science, but it is hormone-sensitive, which keeps the possibility of effective treatment. Although the situation is serious, there are treatment options and Biden's family is currently considering them.
American leaders prayed
After the news of Biden's health, many former and current US leaders have supported him and wished him a speedy recovery. Barack Obama said that Michelle and I are praying for Biden and his family. We wish him a speedy recovery. US President donald trump said that Melania and I wish Joe and his family all the best. We wish him a speedy and successful treatment. Former US Vice President Kamala Harris, a woman of indian origin, said that Joe Biden is a warrior. I am confident that he will overcome this challenge with his strength and determination.
What did Hillary Clinton and Marco Rubio say?
Other US leaders also reacted after learning about Joe Biden's illness. On this, Hillary Clinton said that I am thinking about Biden because he is fighting cancer. The efforts he made to save the lives of others, now he needs the same strength for himself. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Jeanette and I are praying for the Biden family in this difficult time.
What is Gleason score and what does it mean?
Gleason score 9/grade group 5 is considered the most serious form of prostate cancer. This means that cancer cells are spreading rapidly. If left untreated, it can be fatal. However, being hormone-sensitive means it can be controlled with treatment.
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