Tillis to undergo surgery for prostate cancer

His. Thom tillisThomas (Thom) Roland TillisBlackburn introduces bill requiring DNA testing of migrants at the border (RN.C.) revealed on Monday that he would undergo surgery next week for prostate cancer.

“Next week I’m going to have surgery in North Carolina to treat prostate cancer. I am in the hands of exceptional healthcare professionals and expect a full recovery, ”Tillis said in a statement.

Tillis, a 60-year-old senator who won his second term last year, said he had no previous symptoms but the cancer was found during an annual physical exam.

“I cannot stress enough the importance of routine screenings, regardless of your condition. I had no symptoms and never imagined I had cancer,” Tillis said.

“My prognosis is good as I went to my annual physical exam and received a PSA test, which led to a biopsy and ultimately my diagnosis. Early detection can really save lives,” he said. added.

Tillis was one of nearly 20 Republicans who recently visited the border. Its operation will come amid a two-week Senate hiatus, with lawmakers not due to return to Washington until April 12.