The recent announcement that former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, has triggered a wave of concern, compassion — and questions. According to several leading experts, the cancer may have been silently developing for years, despite Biden having access to top-tier healthcare during his presidency.
🩺 What We Know So Far
Biden’s office confirmed on Sunday that doctors diagnosed him with metastatic prostate cancer, following a check-up for urinary symptoms. With a Gleason score of 9/10 — one of the most aggressive forms — the cancer is now classified as “high grade.”
Yet, there’s a glimmer of hope: it’s hormone-sensitive, meaning treatments like hormone therapy could still help manage its progression.
🧠 Could It Have Been Detected Earlier? Experts Think So
Dr. Howie Forman, a Yale professor and healthcare expert, says it’s “inconceivable” that Biden’s cancer wasn’t flagged during his years in office. He emphasized that a Gleason 9 tumor would typically cause elevated PSA levels (a common prostate cancer screening marker), which should have been picked up in regular tests.
“It’s just so odd to discover this with bone metastases in a man of his stature and access to care,” Forman wrote on X.
Dr. Marc Siegel, a Fox News medical analyst, also questioned why the PSA test wasn’t a red flag earlier, noting that most men over 45 routinely undergo screening for prostate issues.
🧬 “He Could Have Had It for Years” — Urologist Weighs In
Dr. David Shusterman, a practicing urologist, told News Nation:
“This level of cancer doesn’t develop overnight. It takes years — especially to reach the bones. This is something I usually see in patients who haven’t seen a doctor in over a decade.”
Given Biden’s consistent medical access, the delayed diagnosis raises questions: was the cancer too subtle early on, or was it overlooked despite standard screenings?
💬 Not Everyone Is Calling It a Cover-up
While some online have speculated about a deliberate delay in disclosure, Rep. Greg Murphy, a Republican and also a practicing urologist, cautioned against rushing to judgment.
“To say this is being hidden is wrong. We don’t need to make that leap right now. Let’s not politicize everything.”
🌎 Global Support for Biden
Despite political divides, support has poured in:
- Donald Trump Sr.: “We wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
- Barack Obama: “Nobody has done more for cancer research than Joe. We pray for a full recovery.”
- Kamala Harris: “Joe is a fighter.”
- UK PM Keir Starmer: “Wishing him swift and successful treatment.”
⚠️ Can It Be Cured?
According to Dr. William Dahut of the American Cancer Society:
“Bone metastases usually mean the cancer isn’t curable, but it’s often manageable for many years.”
💡 Bottom Line
While the diagnosis is undeniably serious, hope remains, and questions about early detection and medical transparency continue to swirl. Biden’s case is a powerful reminder of the importance of routine screenings — even for those with elite access to care.
🙏 Let’s keep President Biden and his family in our thoughts.
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