Urologist Discusses Biden's Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Potential Timeline

Urologist's Perspective on Biden's Diagnosis

• 💡 Dr. David Shusterman expresses surprise at President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis, particularly a Gleason 9, given his annual checkups and intensive medical care.
• 🧐 He suggests it's highly unusual to discover such an aggressive cancer, which has spread to the bone, without prior indications like elevated PSA levels over many years.
• 🏥 The urologist contrasts this with typical scenarios in less advanced medical settings where such a diagnosis might be a surprise after years of neglect.

Timeline and Growth of Aggressive Prostate Cancer

• ⏳ Dr. Shusterman posits that aggressive prostate cancer, like Biden's, typically grows over a long period, potentially 5 to 10 years from initial diagnosis to spread.
• 📈 He believes it's likely Biden had prostate cancer for a significant duration before the recent diagnosis.
• ❓ The doctor calls for the release of Biden's PSA history to provide a clearer picture of the timeline.

Potential Impact on Cognitive Function

• 🧠 The urologist explains that treatments for recurring prostate cancer, such as testosterone-blocking hormones like Lupron, can affect cognitive function.
• ⚠️ Lupron can cause symptoms like depression, lower energy, and fatigue by chemically castrating the individual to prevent cancer spread.
• 🧐 This raises the possibility that cancer treatments could be a factor in perceived cognitive decline.