Nick Sprague, a dedicated firefighter and critical care paramedic, was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. He discusses his early symptoms, including changes in bowel habits and abdominal pain, which were initially dismissed as minor issues.
In this cancer vlog, Nick shares his journey from initial symptoms to diagnosis, the challenges of treatment, and the importance of resilience and advocacy.
Thank you, Nick, for sharing your story to help others.
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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Nick
0:51 My first symptoms of colon cancer
6:00 My colon cancer diagnosis
10:51 My chemotherapy treatment for colon cancer
15:12 Chemotherapy side effects
21:20 Your feelings are valid
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I Missed The Warning Signs Of My COLON CANCER - Nick | Stage 4a Colon Cancer | The Patient Story
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