Former US president Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer
ISTANBUL/ANKARA — Former United States (US) President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported, citing a statement released on Sunday from his personal office.
'Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,' the statement said.
The disease was confirmed on Friday and 'characterised by a Gleason score of 9' with 'metastasis to the bone.'
'While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management,' Biden's office noted.
The office said the 82-year-old former president and his family are currently reviewing treatment options with his medical team.
US President Donald Trump reacted to the news on his Truth Social platform.
'Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis,' he said.
'We extend our warmest and best wishes to (his wife) Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.'
Biden served as president from 2021 to 2025. — BERNAMA-ANADOLU
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