Joe Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Prostate Cancer: Check Its Symptoms!

By Vanshika Gaur
19 May 2025, 11:00 IST

The former President of the United States Of America, Joe Biden, has been diagnosed with “Aggressive Prostate Cancer” on Friday, 16th May, when he reported urinary symptoms. Here are a few symptoms of prostate cancer. Tap to know them!

Frequent Urination

The tumour enlarges the prostate, putting pressure on the urethra or irritating the bladder, which leads to frequent urination.

Swelling

Prostate cancer can cause swelling in the legs and pelvic area, blocking the drainage of lymphatic fluids and leading to discomfort.

Pain in Bone

Another symptom of prostate cancer is bone pain. It occurs when the cancer spreads to the bones, disrupting bone tissue.

Affects Bowel Movement

The aggressive prostate cancer also affects the bowel movement by causing constipation, diarrhea, and more.

Blood in Urine

The tumour caused by aggressive prostate cancer can put pressure on the bladder neck and damage it, leading to blood in the urine (hematuria).

Weakness

If you are feeling tired or weak or experiencing pain in the body even after taking proper rest, it might be a symptom of aggressive prostate cancer.

Back Pain

The tumour can also cause back, hip, and pelvic pain as it puts pressure on the surrounding areas, including nerves and muscles.

Information Credits

According to PubMed, symptoms of aggressive prostate cancer are bone pain, weakness, frequent urination, and more. It is advisable to consult an andrologist if you are experiencing any of the mentioned symptoms.