An announcement from the previous president’s private workplace mentioned the household is ’reviewing remedy choices.’
Former President Joe Biden has been identified with an “aggressive type” of prostate most cancers, his workplace mentioned in an announcement on Might 18.
“Final week, President Joe Biden was seen for a brand new discovering of a prostate nodule after experiencing rising urinary signs,” his workplace said. “On [May 16], he was identified with prostate most cancers, characterised by a Gleason rating of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone.
“Whereas this represents a extra aggressive type of the illness, the most cancers seems to be hormone-sensitive which permits for efficient administration.”
The previous president’s household is “reviewing remedy choices,” Biden’s workplace mentioned.
The assertion didn’t present additional particulars on Biden’s prognosis, though metastasis usually happens in late-stage cancers and could be notably harmful within the aged.
At 82 years previous, Biden is the oldest individual to have occupied the Oval Workplace.
On Might 13, a spokesperson introduced {that a} “small nodule” had been discovered on Biden’s prostate that necessitated additional analysis.
The analysis was made lower than 4 months after Biden left workplace, on the heels of an election rife with considerations amongst voters about his age and skill to serve one other 4 years.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris mentioned in an announcement on social media platform X: “Doug and I are saddened to study of President Biden’s prostate most cancers analysis. We’re holding him, [former First Lady] Dr. [Jill] Biden, and their total household in our hearts and prayers throughout this time.
“Joe is a fighter—and I do know he’ll face this problem with the identical energy, resilience, and optimism which have at all times outlined his life and management. We’re looking forward to a full and speedy restoration.”
Republicans—even among the former president’s fiercest erstwhile opponents—had been fast to supply condolences and help to Biden and his household.
President Donald Trump mentioned in an announcement on Fact Social: “[First Lady] Melania and I are saddened to listen to about Joe Biden’s current medical analysis. We prolong our warmest and greatest needs to Jill and the household, and we want Joe a quick and profitable restoration.”
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) mentioned in a put up on X: “I’m sorry to see this information. Most cancers is really terrible. My Dad handed away in 2021 with most cancers. Prays [sic] for Joe Biden and his household.”
Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) mentioned he and his spouse, Lara, “are sending heartfelt prayers for President Biden and his household as he fights most cancers.”
“Please be a part of us in praying for energy, consolation, and hope throughout this troublesome time,” Marshall mentioned.
Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) wrote, “My household is praying for former President Biden and his household as he faces an aggressive most cancers analysis.”