Joe Biden's announcement of aggressive prostate cancer, which has spread to his bones, has left the medical community puzzled by the late detection.
The diagnosis has triggered debates about the potential of a health cover-up during his presidency. The Daily Mail reported that on Sunday, Biden, aged 82, shared that he had been diagnosed with an advanced form of prostate cancer.
Classified as both a Gleason score of 9 and a Grade Group of 5, the cancer's rapid progression was evident. The disease had metastasized to his bones, signifying an advanced stage.
Experts have raised concerns over why the illness was not identified earlier. Routine screenings are recommended for men aged 50 and above, yet the cancer went undiagnosed for a significant period. This oversight has led to questions not just about his current health, but also about his medical evaluations while he was in office.
Back in February 2024, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, after a regular health check, declared Biden "fit to serve". However, urinary issues led to further investigation, eventually uncovering his advanced cancer. The situation has spurred speculation on whether Biden’s health status was concealed during his term.
Dr. Howie Forman commented on the oversight, expressing disbelief at the condition not being monitored before Biden's presidency ended. Similarly, Dr. David Shusterman remarked on how uncommon it is for someone with Biden's disease stage to remain uninformed about it for so long.
Further fueling speculation, Dr. Quay suggested a strong possibility that Biden harbored a cancer diagnosis during his tenure, unbeknownst to the American public. These health revelations have only intensified discussions about a potential cover-up.
Former President Donald Trump, extending goodwill, wished Biden recovery, while his son, Donald Trump Jr., questioned if there was a concealment of Biden's health issues.
Benny Johnson amplified the controversy, branding it "the most dangerous cover-up in the history of the presidency."
Despite the controversy, support poured in from various quarters. Barack Obama expressed confidence in Biden's dedication to advancing cancer research and his strength in facing challenges. Kamala Harris echoed those sentiments, emphasizing Biden’s resilience and optimism.
With advanced-stage cancer, Biden may consider treatments such as hormone therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and radiopharmaceuticals. While these treatments offer hope, the journey forward presents significant hurdles.
Biden's health had already been subjected to scrutiny during his time in office. Concerns had been raised about his advancing age and accumulated medical history, including past brain aneurysms and the removal of a lesion in 2023.
In a notable shift, Biden ended his re-election campaign, citing age and health concerns, leading Kamala Harris to assume the candidacy mantle.
Advisors reportedly worried about his diminishing mobility and undisclosed health issues during his term.
Public reactions to Biden's situation have been mixed. Marjorie Taylor Greene offered sympathy, calling cancer a terrible illness. Meghan McCain, expressing her sentiments, wished for Biden’s healing and compassion in this personal ordeal.
