Comedian Bobby Davro Shares Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Comedian Bobby Davro, 67, has opened up about his recent diagnosis with prostate cancer. The comedy legend shared his experience on the ITV show This Morning, where he discussed the early signs that led to his diagnosis.
Davro explained that he first noticed issues with erectile dysfunction before being diagnosed. He mentioned that a man who picked him up from Waterloo also had the condition, highlighting the importance of awareness among men. He emphasized that men of color are at a higher risk of developing prostate cancer and urged others to get checked regularly.
“Go along and have your PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) checked, have the old prostate examined,” he advised. During the interview, Davro revealed that his PSA level was 24, which is significantly high.
He praised the NHS for their support, stating that a few days after his initial consultation, he underwent a biopsy to determine the severity of the condition. The results showed an intermediate stage, which came as a relief to Davro.
“I asked the urologist if it’s terminal, because that’s the first thing you think of and he said: ‘No, you’ll be buying Christmas presents for many years to come.’ That made me cry because it was such a relief,” he said.
When host Cat Deeley asked if he had any symptoms prior to the diagnosis, Davro admitted that the only issue he experienced was erectile dysfunction. “It wasn’t nice. I tried taking the blue pills,” he added. He then realized something wasn’t quite right.
Davro appeared on the show alongside Dr. Zoe Williams, where they discussed the symptoms of prostate cancer in more detail. Dr. Williams explained that while some people may experience symptoms, especially in later stages, many individuals don’t show any signs in the early phases.
“There are two groups of people. Anyone who has symptoms, and often prostate cancer doesn’t have any symptoms, especially in the early stages, but erectile dysfunction can be a symptom,” she said.
She continued: “The most common symptoms are difficulty passing urine, because the prostate gland, if it grows, which it can do with cancer, but it grows more commonly with non-cancerous causes, it can push on the tube that the urine goes through. So difficulty getting started, poor flow, difficulty ending, so dribbling, or feeling like your bladder is not fully empty can all be symptoms. But often, there are no symptoms.”
Despite making jokes throughout the interview, Davro admitted he has been feeling weak and lacking strength. The actor and comedian, known for his impressions, game-show hosting, and stand-up performances, has enjoyed a career spanning over 40 years.
Davro lost his fiancée, Vicky Wright, three years ago after she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He also reminded the hosts that he had a stroke two years ago. Despite these challenges, he is set to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer, saying, “I love working.”
