4 years ago I started treatment for stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer using the same chemo Dan was taking (FOLFOX and Xeloda). I had a large tumor. The FOLFOX chemo is tough. I was fortunate that my cancer had only spread to my lymph nodes and not to any organs. I was close to Stage 4. Dan was at Stage 4. I was very lucky. I had a sigmoidoscopy after two cycles of chemo and the tumor had shrunk dramatically. After 8 cycles it had almost completely disappeared and changed into scar tissue. The chemo drove my platelets down to a very low level. And the neuropathy in my feet and hands had become very significant. So chemo was halted. I then started 6 weeks of daily chemo radiation. then I had an 8 hour surgery, including a temporary ostomy. It’s been 4 years and I’m still cancer free. My treatments were during Covid and there were no support groups. So I turned to TH-cam. This is when I discovered Dan. I have significant side effects that I live with daily, but I am alive. I found Dan’s optimism, hopefulness and calm demeanor to be very uplifting. I’m sorry Dan didn’t survive longer, but his fight was certainly inspiring to me and I know many others as well. Thanks Dan.
It's great you had it diagnosed at an earlier stage and 4 years later here you still are, I hope that trend continues for a very long time. It illustrates very well the huge difference an earlier diagnosis can make.
@@brendandoherty2159 I think the genetic makeup of my tumor made it more susceptible to the chemotherapy. My tumor was actually very big. My surgeon called it a nasty tumor. It had spread to my lymph nodes. But fortunately not any other organs. I was on my way to a Stage 4 diagnosis. So yes it was diagnosed a bit earlier than Dan’s stage 4 tumor, but it was an advanced tumor. There’s a huge survival rate difference between Stage 4 and Stage 3C. 5 year rates being 15% vs 40-70%. And yes still hard to believe I’ve been cancer free for four years. Colon cancers are highly preventable if you get a colonoscopy when you should based on your age or symptoms. I delayed mine. If I had gotten a colonoscopy when I should have, a lot of my challenges could have been avoided. Thank you for your kind words.
Well, you made the 3 year survival rate 100%. And now you are getting ready for your next life journey, you have been a wonderful inspiration to many, ❤😢❤
I have been watching Dr. Dan for about a year now. He really made a big impression on me. I have been praying for him each morning. This video popped up today. He gave it everything he had. I am happy he is in the arms of God and is not in pain anymore. 7/23/24.
It's such a shame he didn't go and get checked out sooner, he had a good knowledge of biology and basically knew the probability of the real cause.....that said, I'm similar in nature, don't really want to know the truth if the truth is scary....I guess that's the one BIG takeaway I have from watching all Dan's videos, if I feel "wrong" then suck it up asap and seek help!!!
retired hospice worker here. THIS Is why I tell everyone : NEVER do ANY chemo, radiation, immunotherapy. ANYTHING they offer to you unless its a scan, refuse. It all KILLS YOU. The fact he is a chiropractor is SHOCKING that he was unaware of all of this and bought in to all the crap.
@@hs4265would you say the same to cancer survivors who underwent chemo? The idea that chemo kills people is like saying everyone’s body reacts the exact same way to whatever is put into it.
@@hs4265 Horribly irresponsible statements. While I can appreciate how your former professional life may have colored your views, saying that nobody should consider use of any chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation therapy is massively irresponsible. And flat out wrong. A large number of patients are cured by these standard approaches - I suppose they would also say they would prefer to “meet” you here on FB, as opposed to meeting you as part of their hospice care team.
@@hs4265 Hi! Cancer survivor here. Yeah if it weren't for chemo and radiation, I would be dead or at least be dying right now. I had testicular cancer which is very aggressive but can be treated well with chemotherapy if caught early. Your recommendation of not doing chemotherapy or radiation will kill people. Guys talk to your oncologist instead of listening to some nutjobs here!
@@lorddeathspit1124 It didn't hit how advanced the disease was until I binged listened to these videos. He was stage 10 at diagnosis and still almost made 4 years. Really it's amazing. I bet all of those closest to him were proud of how he fought. And most of the time with a smile. Sad to see him pass
Rest In Peace Dr. Dan! I'm so sad that you're gone but so grateful your pain is over. So many people will learn so much from the brave and honest way you confronted cancer. ❤
this man went through so much pain & hell for 3 years, dont understand why a loving god lets this happen to someone ! glad dan is done with all this hell!
It’s not our God that makes us go thru this. We have fallen from grace but there is redemption thru Jesus. I went thru chemotherapy- Acute Lukemia. Didn’t know I would make it, I was infused in hospital for a whole month Sept 1, 2019 then let go home for 5 days,then again for 2 weeks straight at Hospital, at end I came out of the hospital in Summer 2020 and back for treatments until 2022. I had sepsis blood infection that almost killed me. Unstoppable Nose bleed/low platelets, neutrophils etc that almost killed me all this with other complications during the shut down. I also had other intrathecal chemos on my spine injected into cerebral/lumbar spinal fluid- those were hell! I asked God for forgiveness for all wrongs I had done to my wife and kids and everyone else around me. I am now working part-time after 5 years taking care of my family/wife and kids. I was almost 50 then and almost 55 now. But I do agree God decides who is to earn their wings or stays a little longer in this earth. Blessings and love to you and all in this channel. I am here Sept 2024 watching how encouraging,informative and helpful Dr DanSays is still to many thru his channel.
Find him very inspiring and so very, very brave. I am a colorectal cancer survivor. Thankfully even though I had a large tumor it had not spread and so xeloda and radiation took care of it. A pretty rough year in 2019 but doing well ever since. I give glory to God. There is no way to explain why some survive and others do not. I think that Dan did great things in the time he had. Rest in peace Dan. ❤🙏
Very sad to see. Dan great guy and was always active and great shape. I haven’t seen much benefit from people I’ve known with cancer treatments. It seems that the “cure” can be worse than the disease. Maybe a damned if you do damned if you don’t.
I have a feeling you will be here in three years and more. Not just because you are positive - that's overrated - but because you are fit, healthy and in great shape.
We're here waiting to see you through to the end Dan. You've fought valiantly!! Looks like you'll be going home anyday now (July 2024). God bless your transition❤
He just had 3 years at this point. Man I hate cancer, I wish I could be smarter or somone would have the know to Eradicate that horrible disease. Rest easy brother!
You are so bright, cheery, optimistic, considering the diagnosis. It's fantastic to see, and I find your videos about your progress very interesting and informative.
Thanks! Honestly, I'm trying to just treat this like one of many challenges we all have in life. Granted, this is a bit of a bigger challenge than I've had before, but hitting it head-on seems like the right thing. Thank you for the encouragement, and I'm glad this stuff is interesting! :)
@@DrDanSays I am impressed at the questions you asked your oncologist! When I underwent aggressive chemo treatments several years ago I was so numb with anxiety and shock I never asked even a single question, although Many questions were running thru my brain! It was a very rough ride to be Sure, but I'm ALIVE and Cancer Free 9 years later, ..and I truly Believe that YOU CAN beat this beast as well!! 🙏 (Sending up Prayers for your Healing!💜)
I watch this now, so sad he's gone, and my heart aches for all who are going through this now, worrying about their shortened life spans. Whoever you are, now fighting this illness, I'm sending you my fraternal love.
Thanks for letting us come along. Please keep checking in! ❤️ Did you know the human liver is the only organ in the body that can regenerate? It can regenerate from as little as 25 percent of its tissue.
I think this is the first older vid of Dan's I've seen since he died. But I think of him often. Mainly because he taught me so much about valuing what I have. Appreciating the things in life that have true importance and learning to disregard the nonsense that typically preoccupies our everyday lives. So important. So valuable. Thanks again Dan! RIP.
Hi Dan, i am living in Belgium and following you since a few weeks now. My auto corrector is enerving, correcting every word wrongly (i am Dutch native speaker). I want to react dow, because i think you are such a brave, selfless person. I have breast cancer myself, but doing good for the moment. I want to tell you that you’re Messages are indeed important for those, young, otherwise Healthy people who are going through this. I was diagnosed in oktober 2019 and saw on the internet a lot of people (beautiful, as well inside as outside, eating well, no drinking, no smoking, no drugs, running or doing other sports, men, women, lovely people i surely would have liked to have known better). They all have one thing in commun: they all got cancer, and are now no longer with us. I don’t get it. They were all good hearted people but all Died young, In their fourties or fifties. I never was able to send them a Message, because discovered their existings afterwards. The purpose of your vlogs is to tell people they are not alone living this cancer journey. My purpose is to let you know you are not alone neither : cancer just overcame us. You are 52, I was 55, many were in their 30ies, 40ies, 50ies. I hope you Will get through this. But it is true that in our case we must, while hoping for the best, preparing for the worst. In life, one must be greatful for all the good and accepting all the bad. There is no other issue. I Will continue following you. You are not alone Dan! Sending you a big hug. Griet
Griet -- thank you so much for taking the time to share your story! I'm glad to hear you're doing well at the moment, and wish you a long, happy, healthy life going forward! And I'm glad you appreciate my little updates. Yes, cancer is a shock when you get the diagnosis, but it's really just another challenge (unexpected!) that we get to deal with! I'm wishing you a speedy recovery, and thank you again for reaching out!
Dear Dan, I just discovered your channel. I’m praying for you and I’m so happy for you, to feel a little bit better. You are great person to watch to give a strength to someone like myself, who is going through serious illness too and is very afraid. Thank you 🙏 ❤
He did so well by making the most out of everyday. He accepted his fate with much grace and humility. He helped others by his positivity in spite of his diagnosis and his daily condition. He just kept going to the very end. He really was quite a man and I think that’s why everyone feels so bad about his passing. He left quite an impression on everyone. I pray he is eternally resting with Jesus.
I'm incredibly thankful for everything you've shared. My dad is going through the same situation, and I'd like him to feel as joyful as you are. I'd appreciate if you can give him some ideas or some advice to cheer him up. Thanks again.
What to say? I am so sorry to hear the prognosis. It is a nightmare situation. As one commented, it is helpful to others who are facing what you are. No one knows what tomorrow will bring. No guarantees. Love and prayers to you.
Since I discovered your channel some time ago I think about you often. A beloved friend of mine is going through chemo for pancreatic cancer and also has chemo every 2 weeks for 3 days. The chemical he gets is called Folfirinox. His side effects are okay by now, but he just got 3 rounds out of 12. I am wishing you all the best in the world and all the strength and support you need for going through this. ❤ I will follow your journey from now on and hope the same that I hope for my friend: That you’ll make a complete recovery and that the rest of the time you’re here with us will be cancerfree and full of love, excitement and living life to the fullest ❤
Just finished 12 treatments of FOLFOX and 12 treatments of FOLFIRI. Had a Liver resection and 3 CAT Scans (so far.) Watching your progress with interest. Looks like you are doing well! Your chemo visits look remarkably similar to mine. No nausea so far. Praying for you! Here's hoping you will be NED soon.
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Rest in peace 💗 I will try to go out and capture joy like you said. I wish you could have finished your cabin. You undoubtedly contributed positivity to this world still, and you will continue to so many years from now. Thank you so much Dr. Dan. 🙏
Still here rooting for you!!! I can't believe you're still taking patients! You must indeed be feeling better than the last year. I'm back in town for a short period and considered booking an appt with you but felt guilty knowing what you're going through. But sounds like you're still engaged on that?
Hi Dr. I was just wondering what symptoms you were having before diagnosis. I’ve been having an abrupt change in digestion and sleep patterns and I’m not sure what happened. I’m hoping you will beat the heck out of this disease, but I must admit, when you said 3 year survival rate is 30% my jaw dropped. Your cancer is going to go into full remission right? You are young and healthy. You look better than everyone I know. I’m sorry but that can’t be right.
Honestly Dr. If I were you , I’d look at the marijuana pill out of Toronto Canada. A friend here in Alberta given 6 months last November and offered no treatment , took this and is alive and Dr.s amazed ! The nodule in lungs gone Dr.s said keep doing what you are doing.
First of all you are hot!! Second I wish you a long and healthy life. Never seen a cancer patient like you before and believe me that’s a compliment!! Stay strong my friend.
I am sorry that you are dealing with this. You are young and strong and in good spirits!!! Thanks for updating us and keep moving forward!!! Also, most importantly, keep Jesus close.💖
Sitting here hoping Dr. Dan finds something to help him win. I think understand your last vid doc, but it doesn’t mean I can’t hold out hope for your full recovery. Something caused all that hell in your body. Hunt it down and fight it!!!!
Hang in there Dan. We are rooting for you and praying for you. Also you never know. My sister was given bad news but they attacked it aggressively and she lived another 30 years. Covid was actually the culprit that took her in the end.
I thought it feels better if you know you are not the only one wearing a mask. I am vaccinated but I am still wearing a mask to protect my toddler as vaccinated people can still pass the virus along. With the delta variant, the kids are at more risk now, and of course not vaccinated yet. So, I am with you in that mask wearing.
Amin, good point! I always wear a mask when I'm with patients, even when they're vaccinated, if it makes them more comfortable. If every's vaxxed, I'll offer to let patients remove theirs if they like. Now it looks like I'll be wearing one all the time (for the time being), regardless.
@@DrDanSays I’ve enjoyed wearing a mask! I hate the flu and all that other stuff. Especially in the grocery store and other crowded places. No sense being sick for a week after a 20 minute errand
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I am watching this after he passed. God, he had strength.
yup.. such a ride that was ride? I am wathcing most of his video again. Hard to believe hes gone:/
RIP Dr. Dan. You have inspired so many people in this earthly lifetime. I hope you are enjoying your next life!
Man this is brutal, I was following his story today I heard he passed, and now youtube keeps suggesting videos of his 😢
Please don't limit what he did on his time here, he is not in an afterlife, he is gone, which makes his time here significantly more important.
4 years ago I started treatment for stage 3c rectal sigmoid cancer using the same chemo Dan was taking (FOLFOX and Xeloda). I had a large tumor. The FOLFOX chemo is tough. I was fortunate that my cancer had only spread to my lymph nodes and not to any organs. I was close to Stage 4. Dan was at Stage 4. I was very lucky. I had a sigmoidoscopy after two cycles of chemo and the tumor had shrunk dramatically. After 8 cycles it had almost completely disappeared and changed into scar tissue. The chemo drove my platelets down to a very low level. And the neuropathy in my feet and hands had become very significant. So chemo was halted. I then started 6 weeks of daily chemo radiation. then I had an 8 hour surgery, including a temporary ostomy. It’s been 4 years and I’m still cancer free. My treatments were during Covid and there were no support groups. So I turned to TH-cam. This is when I discovered Dan. I have significant side effects that I live with daily, but I am alive. I found Dan’s optimism, hopefulness and calm demeanor to be very uplifting. I’m sorry Dan didn’t survive longer, but his fight was certainly inspiring to me and I know many others as well. Thanks Dan.
It's great you had it diagnosed at an earlier stage and 4 years later here you still are, I hope that trend continues for a very long time. It illustrates very well the huge difference an earlier diagnosis can make.
@@brendandoherty2159 I think the genetic makeup of my tumor made it more susceptible to the chemotherapy. My tumor was actually very big. My surgeon called it a nasty tumor. It had spread to my lymph nodes. But fortunately not any other organs. I was on my way to a Stage 4 diagnosis. So yes it was diagnosed a bit earlier than Dan’s stage 4 tumor, but it was an advanced tumor. There’s a huge survival rate difference between Stage 4 and Stage 3C. 5 year rates being 15% vs 40-70%. And yes still hard to believe I’ve been cancer free for four years. Colon cancers are highly preventable if you get a colonoscopy when you should based on your age or symptoms. I delayed mine. If I had gotten a colonoscopy when I should have, a lot of my challenges could have been avoided. Thank you for your kind words.
❤❤🙏🙏❤
Glad you are cancer free.
@@deirdrekiely6187 thank you for your kind words
3 years was spot on.. almost to the day. I'm so sad. Rest Peacefully Dr. Dan.🙏🏿
I think the clinical trial he was on gave him some extra time. Shame it wasn't available sooner.
watching after his passing and the 3 years were absolutly spot one. Rest in peace dan, you were a great guy
Well, you made the 3 year survival rate 100%.
And now you are getting ready for your next life journey, you have been a wonderful inspiration to many, ❤😢❤
Such an inspiring indivudal. ❤Sending love and prayers to Dr. Dan and his family. 🙏
Amén ❤
Holy smoke, bonechilling to hear him say 3 year survival rate is 30%. He made it 3 years and 1 week.
I have been watching Dr. Dan for about a year now. He really made a big impression on me. I have been praying for him each morning. This video popped up today. He gave it everything he had. I am happy he is in the arms of God and is not in pain anymore. 7/23/24.
It's such a shame he didn't go and get checked out sooner, he had a good knowledge of biology and basically knew the probability of the real cause.....that said, I'm similar in nature, don't really want to know the truth if the truth is scary....I guess that's the one BIG takeaway I have from watching all Dan's videos, if I feel "wrong" then suck it up asap and seek help!!!
This is tough to watch now! 😢 Glad you made it 3 years ❤️❤️❤️
I keep watching his videos often mostly because I find his personality contagious but also want to get that ad revenue to help him and his family
Watching this after Dr. Dan's latest video, heartbroken.
retired hospice worker here. THIS Is why I tell everyone : NEVER do ANY chemo, radiation, immunotherapy. ANYTHING they offer to you unless its a scan, refuse. It all KILLS YOU. The fact he is a chiropractor is SHOCKING that he was unaware of all of this and bought in to all the crap.
@@hs4265what do you do in hospice?
@@hs4265would you say the same to cancer survivors who underwent chemo? The idea that chemo kills people is like saying everyone’s body reacts the exact same way to whatever is put into it.
@@hs4265 Horribly irresponsible statements. While I can appreciate how your former professional life may have colored your views, saying that nobody should consider use of any chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation therapy is massively irresponsible. And flat out wrong. A large number of patients are cured by these standard approaches - I suppose they would also say they would prefer to “meet” you here on FB, as opposed to meeting you as part of their hospice care team.
@@hs4265 Hi! Cancer survivor here. Yeah if it weren't for chemo and radiation, I would be dead or at least be dying right now. I had testicular cancer which is very aggressive but can be treated well with chemotherapy if caught early.
Your recommendation of not doing chemotherapy or radiation will kill people.
Guys talk to your oncologist instead of listening to some nutjobs here!
Dan was such a positive force of hope during my own cancer journey. He did more good than anyone can possibly know. ❤️🙏
I hope you're doing well. Bless you.
Dan had 30% chance to make it 3 years and he made it a little than that. Dan was a tough man. Rip.
And his cancer was very very late stage. So yea he battled like a warrior
@@bluesmoke8826 absolutely
@@lorddeathspit1124
It didn't hit how advanced the disease was until I binged listened to these videos. He was stage 10 at diagnosis and still almost made 4 years. Really it's amazing. I bet all of those closest to him were proud of how he fought. And most of the time with a smile. Sad to see him pass
@@bluesmoke8826stage 10?
@@bluesmoke8826 What do you mean stage 10?
3.5 years. The doctor wasn’t too far off
Why 3.5, it's exactly 3 years. Dr. Dan turned 30% chance to 100%.
What I wouldn't give for his positivity! We can all learn something from Dr. Dan!
Congratulations! You made the 30%
Yes. And now unfortunately in hospice care. I am thinking of him almost every day:(
@@AjdamusMagnuswas not aware of that...horribly sad
Sadly he can no longer talk and is losing strength fast. He may pass away this month July 2024.
RIP DAN ❤
Grateful his pain and suffering are over. Thanks, Dan, for your strength and example. Rest well....😊
Dr Dan was a beautiful soul and well-loved. I know he's living on with his Spirit team now. Thank you for being such an inspiration to us all.
RIP Dr. Dan
Rest In Peace Dr. Dan! I'm so sad that you're gone but so grateful your pain is over. So many people will learn so much from the brave and honest way you confronted cancer. ❤
His brother John has a channel as well, he is a sweet soul and needs our support right now❤
this man went through so much pain & hell for 3 years, dont understand why a loving god lets this happen to someone ! glad dan is done with all this hell!
Because sadly, that kind of god people believe in doesn't exist. 😢
He begged to differ... think 🦋
It’s not our God that makes us go thru this. We have fallen from grace but there is redemption thru Jesus.
I went thru chemotherapy- Acute Lukemia. Didn’t know I would make it, I was infused in hospital for a whole month Sept 1, 2019 then let go home for 5 days,then again for 2 weeks straight at Hospital, at end I came out of the hospital in Summer 2020 and back for treatments until 2022. I had sepsis blood infection that almost killed me. Unstoppable Nose bleed/low platelets, neutrophils etc that almost killed me all this with other complications during the shut down.
I also had other intrathecal chemos on my spine injected into cerebral/lumbar spinal fluid- those were hell!
I asked God for forgiveness for all wrongs I had done to my wife and kids and everyone else around me.
I am now working part-time after 5 years taking care of my family/wife and kids. I was almost 50 then and almost 55 now. But I do agree God decides who is to earn their wings or stays a little longer in this earth.
Blessings and love to you and all in this channel.
I am here Sept 2024 watching how encouraging,informative and helpful Dr DanSays is still to many thru his channel.
@KS-yp1jl the Bible says there will be tough times in this fallen world. Dan knew this.
Find him very inspiring and so very, very brave. I am a colorectal cancer survivor. Thankfully even though I had a large tumor it had not spread and so xeloda and radiation took care of it. A pretty rough year in 2019 but doing well ever since. I give glory to God. There is no way to explain why some survive and others do not. I think that Dan did great things in the time he had. Rest in peace Dan. ❤🙏
The prognosis was pretty accurate when watching the latest video, the date of this video is about three years ago😏😢
brutally sad.
So so sad! He was such a positive force of nature and so calm explaining everything.
I miss Dr. Dan. What a beautiful uplifting soul. So sad that you had to leave this earth. God wanted his angel back. R.I.P. Dr. Dan.❤
Very sad to see. Dan great guy and was always active and great shape. I haven’t seen much benefit from people I’ve known with cancer treatments. It seems that the “cure” can be worse than the disease. Maybe a damned if you do damned if you don’t.
I have a feeling you will be here in three years and more. Not just because you are positive - that's overrated - but because you are fit, healthy and in great shape.
Man I'm sorry to hear this. You seem so incredibly healthy...its hard to believe that they gave you a prognosis like that. You,re in my prayers doc!!
We're here waiting to see you through to the end Dan. You've fought valiantly!! Looks like you'll be going home anyday now (July 2024). God bless your transition❤
Had my 24th lot of chemo today feeling rough. Currently attached to a bottle of Flouracil 5fu for 42 hours. Wishing you all the luck in the world.
You are an incredibly strong man, both physically and mentally. I am praying for you.
I ve never seen a person so positive while on quemo. Loving life and strong. We should all hhave that attitude in all aspects of life.
RIP Dan. We miss you.
He just had 3 years at this point. Man I hate cancer, I wish I could be smarter or somone would have the know to Eradicate that horrible disease. Rest easy brother!
You know what? Someone has to make up that 30%! Staying positive and in shape will only help. God bless and take care.
Damn straight! That's how I'm looking at it. Thank you for being in my corner. Wishing you love and prosperity, as you deserve :)
You are so bright, cheery, optimistic, considering the diagnosis. It's fantastic to see, and I find your videos about your progress very interesting and informative.
Thanks! Honestly, I'm trying to just treat this like one of many challenges we all have in life. Granted, this is a bit of a bigger challenge than I've had before, but hitting it head-on seems like the right thing. Thank you for the encouragement, and I'm glad this stuff is interesting! :)
Doc I think you are gonna beat it! I have no doubt. You are a warrior!
@@DrDanSays I am impressed at the questions you asked your oncologist! When I underwent aggressive chemo treatments several years ago I was so numb with anxiety and shock I never asked even a single question, although Many questions were running thru my brain! It was a very rough ride to be Sure, but I'm ALIVE and Cancer Free 9 years later, ..and I truly Believe that YOU CAN beat this beast as well!! 🙏 (Sending up Prayers for your Healing!💜)
3:43 is the lifespan question. It turns out she was pretty much right on her 3 year survival rate prediction.
Dr dan received his healing in his new body in heaven. No more pain or suffering. 😢
What a remarkable person. I enjoy your outlook and I am praying for you!
Thank you so much, Tiffany!! Thank you for your prayers, and I appreciate the thoughts and encouragement :)
I watch this now, so sad he's gone, and my heart aches for all who are going through this now, worrying about their shortened life spans.
Whoever you are, now fighting this illness, I'm sending you my fraternal love.
Thanks for letting us come along. Please keep checking in! ❤️ Did you know the human liver is the only organ in the body that can regenerate? It can regenerate from as little as 25 percent of its tissue.
I think this is the first older vid of Dan's I've seen since he died. But I think of him often. Mainly because he taught me so much about valuing what I have. Appreciating the things in life that have true importance and learning to disregard the nonsense that typically preoccupies our everyday lives. So important. So valuable. Thanks again Dan! RIP.
Hi Dan, i am living in Belgium and following you since a few weeks now. My auto corrector is enerving, correcting every word wrongly (i am Dutch native speaker). I want to react dow, because i think you are such a brave, selfless person. I have breast cancer myself, but doing good for the moment. I want to tell you that you’re Messages are indeed important for those, young, otherwise Healthy people who are going through this. I was diagnosed in oktober 2019 and saw on the internet a lot of people (beautiful, as well inside as outside, eating well, no drinking, no smoking, no drugs, running or doing other sports, men, women, lovely people i surely would have liked to have known better). They all have one thing in commun: they all got cancer, and are now no longer with us. I don’t get it. They were all good hearted people but all Died young, In their fourties or fifties. I never was able to send them a Message, because discovered their existings afterwards. The purpose of your vlogs is to tell people they are not alone living this cancer journey. My purpose is to let you know you are not alone neither : cancer just overcame us. You are 52, I was 55, many were in their 30ies, 40ies, 50ies. I hope you Will get through this. But it is true that in our case we must, while hoping for the best, preparing for the worst. In life, one must be greatful for all the good and accepting all the bad. There is no other issue. I Will continue following you. You are not alone Dan! Sending you a big hug. Griet
Griet -- thank you so much for taking the time to share your story! I'm glad to hear you're doing well at the moment, and wish you a long, happy, healthy life going forward! And I'm glad you appreciate my little updates. Yes, cancer is a shock when you get the diagnosis, but it's really just another challenge (unexpected!) that we get to deal with! I'm wishing you a speedy recovery, and thank you again for reaching out!
Praying for you sweetie 😊 I had stage 2 colon cancer 2yrs ago; I'm hoping to continue in remission, it's rough, I pray for a miracle for you
I hope you’re doing well Christina🤗
Dear Dan, I just discovered your channel. I’m praying for you and I’m so happy for you, to feel a little bit better. You are great person to watch to give a strength to someone like myself, who is going through serious illness too and is very afraid.
Thank you 🙏 ❤
You've got this Olga
@@peterfitzdublin Thank you 🙏
He did so well by making the most out of everyday. He accepted his fate with much grace and humility. He helped others by his positivity in spite of his diagnosis and his daily condition. He just kept going to the very end. He really was quite a man and I think that’s why everyone feels so bad about his passing. He left quite an impression on everyone. I pray he is eternally resting with Jesus.
I REALLY appreciate the honesty of your oncologist and your courage in asking the hard questions.
RIP Dan you are so loved and missed 💕🙏🏻 xx
I'm incredibly thankful for everything you've shared. My dad is going through the same situation, and I'd like him to feel as joyful as you are. I'd appreciate if you can give him some ideas or some advice to cheer him up. Thanks again.
What to say? I am so sorry to hear the prognosis. It is a nightmare situation. As one commented, it is helpful to others who are facing what you are.
No one knows what tomorrow will bring. No guarantees. Love and prayers to you.
allllll the hugs, Dr Dan!
Since I discovered your channel some time ago I think about you often. A beloved friend of mine is going through chemo for pancreatic cancer and also has chemo every 2 weeks for 3 days. The chemical he gets is called Folfirinox. His side effects are okay by now, but he just got 3 rounds out of 12.
I am wishing you all the best in the world and all the strength and support you need for going through this. ❤ I will follow your journey from now on and hope the same that I hope for my friend: That you’ll make a complete recovery and that the rest of the time you’re here with us will be cancerfree and full of love, excitement and living life to the fullest ❤
Just finished 12 treatments of FOLFOX and 12 treatments of FOLFIRI. Had a Liver resection and 3 CAT Scans (so far.) Watching your progress with interest. Looks like you are doing well! Your chemo visits look remarkably similar to mine. No nausea so far. Praying for you! Here's hoping you will be NED soon.
Ho I have stage 4 rectal cancer similar treatment on 21 rounds of fofurinox. How are you doing?
So glad you have a doc you can rely on. You seem to be in great shape!
*IMPORTANT LINKS!*
- The Fixable Back Course: www.Fixable.me This is the exact approach I use with my patients, to get them out of pain, and keep their pain from coming back. If you have low back pain and it's not going away, this approach beats the pants off everything else I've seen!
- CBD gummies for sleep! I use the brand Hometown Hero (made right here in Austin!), and take the Peak Delta-8 Gummies: hometownhero.sjv.io/y25vBy NOTE: These are 100 mg per gummy - I split each gummy into 4 pieces (25 mg each), and only take 25 mg about an hour before bed. For me, they make me extremely relaxed, and feel like I’ve had about 3 glasses of wine. I wouldn’t take more than 25 mg at first, for sure. But they help me fall asleep faster, and stay asleep better than anything I’ve used so far!
- My favorite hamstring stretch! If you have low back pain, start here! (And you’ll see my brother John demonstrating the stretch!): th-cam.com/video/3LbXBfJuelo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=RFcDfuLc20HxqAl0
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Rest in peace Dr Dan❤
Rest in peace 💗 I will try to go out and capture joy like you said. I wish you could have finished your cabin. You undoubtedly contributed positivity to this world still, and you will continue to so many years from now. Thank you so much Dr. Dan. 🙏
I'm praying for strength to help you keep fighting. Stay strong and positive no matter what.
Rhonda, you are wonderful and I appreciate your support! Thank you for following my story, and for being such a loving friend from afar :)
Still here rooting for you!!! I can't believe you're still taking patients! You must indeed be feeling better than the last year. I'm back in town for a short period and considered booking an appt with you but felt guilty knowing what you're going through. But sounds like you're still engaged on that?
Hey Bret, great to hear from you! And yes, I'm still going strong and having a blast fixing people. Looking forward to it every morning. Come on in!
RIP sir, you are missed.
He seemed like a lovely man, no doubt his channel has been comforting and helpful for a lot of people. RIP Dan 🤍🕊️
I always found your attitude amazing. Rest in Peace brother. We miss you, but we are happy you are no longer in pain.
Hi Dr. I was just wondering what symptoms you were having before diagnosis. I’ve been having an abrupt change in digestion and sleep patterns and I’m not sure what happened. I’m hoping you will beat the heck out of this disease, but I must admit, when you said 3 year survival rate is 30% my jaw dropped. Your cancer is going to go into full remission right? You are young and healthy. You look better than everyone I know. I’m sorry but that can’t be right.
Sending love and prayers from the UK x
You are such an inspiration Dan. Stay strong my friend
Bro, you're fantastic, you're going to ace this, neutros go low with chemo, no worries
Hey brother. Wishing you well. Love you man.
Rest in paradise, Dr. Dan. You were so special and you're missed so much.
Dr. Dan you are an inspiration to me. My own problems are insignificant compared to what you are enduring. I only wish I could be so brave.
Wishing you the best Doc. 💞💞
Thank you so much, Elba!!
Thank you for sharing. Sending you lots of positive energy and will continue to follow your journey toward healing.
Rip you mean so much to me, brother I will see you with all of us panda bears on the other side
Looked so much healthier in this video such a shame ❤
I was hoping he would have more time, but type 4 is a beast… he is now resting peacefully, RIP Doctor.
Honestly Dr. If I were you , I’d look at the marijuana pill out of Toronto Canada. A friend here in Alberta given 6 months last November and offered no treatment , took this and is alive and Dr.s amazed ! The nodule in lungs gone Dr.s said keep doing what you are doing.
This is good news, all things considered! Thanks for sharing and may God continue to bless your soul and heal your body.
First of all you are hot!! Second I wish you a long and healthy life. Never seen a cancer patient like you before and believe me that’s a compliment!! Stay strong my friend.
Prayers coming your way you look so strong every day they find new treatments so stay strong
Watching after dan just died
You look so well, Doc! Keep us up dated. Sending love and best wishes from Australia
Your determination is inspiring my friend. All prayers and best wishes! Peace
I am sorry that you are dealing with this. You are young and strong and in good spirits!!! Thanks for updating us and keep moving forward!!! Also, most importantly, keep Jesus close.💖
Marlene, thank you! I feel your prayers. Thank you!
I'm sending you so much love, strength, and healing prayers always 🙏 ❤️ xxx
Good luck Dan
Best wishes from Ireland ! In same boat here stage 4 treatment ongoing healthy otherwise keep posting videos helps those of us who don’t post 😂
Sitting here hoping Dr. Dan finds something to help him win. I think understand your last vid doc, but it doesn’t mean I can’t hold out hope for your full recovery. Something caused all that hell in your body. Hunt it down and fight it!!!!
Thank you sharing all of this information, sending good wishes.
We miss you 🐼❤️
Sending prayers to you for a perfect healing. 😊🙏🌈🦋✨💫🌻
Hang in there Dan. You almost making the 30% for three year survival rate:)
Praying your treatment goes smoothly and you make a complete recovery. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Sorry Doc continue to be strong, God heals for there's nothing too hard for Him, just have faith in Him and seek prayers
Dr dan you fought the battle and worn the race.Rip😢
I'm sure you have covered this but how long did you have symptoms before you decided to get checked?
About 1.5 year prior, though they started very mild. You'll see me explain further in my reply to Svetka2100 below. Excellent question.
Thank you for the update and l hope it work well for you 😊
You are in great shape Doc
Hang in there Dan. We are rooting for you and praying for you.
Also you never know. My sister was given bad news but they attacked it aggressively and she lived another 30 years. Covid was actually the culprit that took her in the end.
I thought it feels better if you know you are not the only one wearing a mask. I am vaccinated but I am still wearing a mask to protect my toddler as vaccinated people can still pass the virus along. With the delta variant, the kids are at more risk now, and of course not vaccinated yet. So, I am with you in that mask wearing.
Amin, good point! I always wear a mask when I'm with patients, even when they're vaccinated, if it makes them more comfortable. If every's vaxxed, I'll offer to let patients remove theirs if they like. Now it looks like I'll be wearing one all the time (for the time being), regardless.
@@DrDanSays I’ve enjoyed wearing a mask! I hate the flu and all that other stuff. Especially in the grocery store and other crowded places. No sense being sick for a week after a 20 minute errand
Best wishes for healing❤
RIP Doc. ❤
Immunotherapy? is that an options for you? i hear it can do wonder? ipilimumab and nivolumab
A true optimist ❤