Joe Biden has Stage 4 Prostate Cancer – Know what experts are saying about this shocking diagnosis|
The recent diagnosis of former US President Joe Biden with advanced stage 4 prostate cancer has sparked debate among doctors and social media users around the world. This cancer has already spread to the bones, and experts say that such a stage usually does not come in a day – it takes time.
Aggressive Cancer: Gleason Score 9
In the official announcement, this cancer has been described as quite aggressive, but whose Gleason score is 9 – which is high grade prostate cancer. But the cancer grows at a fast pace and spreads quickly. But some doctors say that if this cancer is so advanced, did it develop in such a short time or was it hidden from before?
Trump Jr. attacks Jill Biden
Former President Donald Trump’s son Donald Trump Jr. targeted Biden’s wife Dr. Jill Biden on social media. He said: “How did Dr. Jill Biden miss stage 5 metastatic cancer? Is this also part of some cover up?”
“Stage 4 cancer does not happen overnight” – Dr. Steven Quay
US based physician Dr. Steven Quay wrote on Twitter: “Stage 4 prostate cancer doesn’t happen overnight.” He said that even if the cancer is this aggressive, it takes 5-7 years to become metastatic without treatment. He also said that perhaps Biden’s doctors knew this beforehand, but the public was not told.
Biden left the White House in November 2024
In August 2024, 82-year-old Biden withdrew from the US Presidential race amid speculation over his health. He suggested that his deputy, Kamala Harris, be made the Democratic candidate.
Prostate Cancer Detection: Screening is a must
Dictators recommend that regular PSA blood tests and digital rectal exams be done after 50, which can catch prostate cancer in the early stages. High grade cancers, like Biden’s case, spread fast, but experts say it is unusual to reach stage 4 in such a short time.
Stage 4: Not curable but manageable
Dr. Chris George said: “When cancer reaches the bones, it is called stage 4. It is not curable, but it can be controlled.” He said that control is relative for 2-3 years, some lucky patients get 4-5 years or more.
Treatment: Androge Deprivation Therapy
According to Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt: “Biden can be given androgen deprivation therapy – which is also called hormone castration. The aim of this therapy is to stop testosterone, which feeds the cancer cells.”
India’s Respective: Lack of Screening
Dr. Prashant Jain said: “In India, patients come to the hospital only when the symptoms become severe. Prostate cancer often remains silent in the early stages.”
Cancer Progression and Treatment Evolution
Dr. Mandeep Singh says: “Initially, hormonal therapy is very effective, but as the cancer progresses, resistance develops. Then treatment shifts to chemotherapy or personalised medicines.”
Need for routine screening in India
Dr. Jain also highlighted that regular check-ups are not common in India. There is a lack of awareness and proactive testing here as compared to Western countries.
According to the American Urological Association:
- Men over 50 years of age should get PSA testing done regularly.
- PSA alone is not diagnostic, but is an important early indicator.
Biden’s Diagnosis: Treatment On, Speculations Off
Biden’s doctors have confirmed that the cancer is hormone sensitive and treatment has begun. However, his family has not yet revealed when the diagnosis was made for the first time.
