Joe Biden has 'very good chance' of remission from prostate cancer with 'effective treatment' - experts say

Former President has been diagnosed with but health experts believe he has a "very good chance" of achieving remission.

The seriousness of Biden's condition is highlighted by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), suggesting a higher likelihood of growth and spread compared to other cases. Despite the seriousness of the diagnosis, Biden's medical team has noted that the cancer is hormone-sensitive, which could open up effective treatment options.

Biden's personal office released a statement explaining: "Last week, President was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms," and "On Friday he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, characterised by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone."

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Dr. Alan Tan, genitourinary section lead at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, that with effective treatment, the former president could manage the disease for an extended period. He said: "Gleason nine is by definition, aggressive, but you don't know how bad it is unless you know what the PET scan looks like."

Dr. Tan also claims that Biden has "a very good chance of still getting into remission," possibly within as little as six months, with treatment. He added: "This is the most common thing I see in my clinic. This is bread and butter genitourinary oncology."

It's reported that Biden and his family are currently discussing "multiple treatment options," with medical professionals, which may include hormone therapy.

Prostate cancer expert Dr. Chris George of Northwestern Medicine, who is not treating President Biden, suggests that with a good response to therapy, the president could live for several years with effective disease management, especially considering the hormone-sensitivity of Biden's cancer, an aspect which bodes well for treatment.

A number of high profile figures have sent their well wishes to Mr Biden and his family, including . Writing onTrump said: "Melania and I are saddened to hear about ’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery."

Trump’s fellow Republicans also commented on the news of Biden’s diagnosis. Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins said she was “saddened to hear of President Biden’s cancer diagnosis and am wishing him and his family well as he begins treatment.” North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis said he was “praying for his full recovery.”

But, sadly it seems a number of online trolls have been "mocking and celebrating" Mr Biden's health news. Taking to X, formerly known as Twittrer, urged people to "show some respect".

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