A statement from the former president’s private office said the family was “reviewing treatment options.”
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with a “aggressive form” of prostate cancer, his office said in a statement on May 18th.
“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen in a new discovery of the prostate nodules after experiencing an increase in urinary symptoms,” the statement said. “On (May 16), he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and was characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.”
“This represents a more aggressive form of the disease, but cancer is hormone-sensitive and allows for effective management,” the family says, “reviewing treatment options.”
The statement does not provide further details about Biden’s prognosis, but metastasis often occurs in late stage cancer, making it particularly dangerous in older people.
At the age of 82, Biden was the oldest person to occupy an oval office. This is the fact that he contributed in part to his decision to step down from seeking the nomination in June 2024.
Last week, a spokesman announced that a “small nodule” had been found in Biden’s prostate, which requires further evaluation.
The diagnosis comes less than four months after Biden’s resignation, and comes just after the election, with concerns among voters about his age and the ability to serve for another four years.
Lawmakers quickly provided the will and support of Pathetic Dol to Biden and his family.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said in a post on social media platform X:
Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) said he and his wife, Lara, “send heartfelt prayers as they fight cancer for President Biden and his family.”
“Pray and pray for strength, comfort and hope during these difficult times,” he said.
Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) wrote, “My family is praying while former President Biden and his family face an aggressive cancer diagnosis.”
