The White House has confirmed that President Joe Biden underwent a successful procedure to remove a small cancerous lesion from his chest during his recent physical examination at Walter Reed Medical Center.
Medical officials identified the growth as basal cell carcinoma, one of the most common and treatable forms of skin cancer. According to White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor, the biopsy confirmed that all cancerous tissue was completely removed during the procedure.
No Further Treatment Required
In his official medical report, Dr. O'Connor stated: "The site of the biopsy has healed nicely and the President will continue dermatologic surveillance as part of his ongoing comprehensive healthcare."
The confirmation came during Biden's routine physical last month, where doctors conducted several tests including a colonoscopy that required the President to temporarily transfer power to Vice President Kamala Harris.
Common But Treatable Condition
Basal cell carcinoma affects millions of Americans annually and is considered highly treatable when detected early. The President's medical team emphasized that this type of cancer rarely spreads to other parts of the body and typically responds well to surgical removal.
President Biden, who turns 81 this year, has maintained an active schedule despite his age. The White House continues to affirm that he remains healthy and fit to fulfil his presidential duties.
This development marks another chapter in the ongoing public scrutiny of presidential health, a topic that has followed Biden throughout his tenure in office.
