Joe Biden Faces Advanced Prostate Cancer

Joe Biden Faces Advanced Prostate Cancer

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Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has already spread to his bones, his personal office announced tonight, CE Report quotes Kosova Press.

"Last week, President Joe Biden underwent an examination for a newly discovered growth in his prostate, after having increasingly pronounced urinary problems. On Friday, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, with a Gleason score of 9 (Group 5), with bone metastases," the statement said.

It is added that this is a more aggressive form of the disease, but the tumor is sensitive to hormones, which allows for effective treatment.

Biden and his family are reportedly currently discussing treatment options with their doctors.

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