Dan your videos are amazing and so inspiring, I’m 26 with rare form of pancreatic cancer stage 2, which has fortunately been surgically resected 3 months ago. I’m currently on adjuvant Folfirinox chemotherapy for 6 months. I hope this chemo will destroy the cancer cells left in my body that couldn’t be removed surgically. I’m so scared not to know how long I will continue living..I.m so scared but your videos somehow give me hope. ❤️

@josephdale69

8 ай бұрын

How are you doing?

@IAmLorenzoF

8 ай бұрын

@@josephdale69 I’m reasonably well actually. I was lucky that I had no metastasis and it was just localized. I’m still undergoing Folfirinox chemotherapy, I’m at the 7th cycle, I have 5 more to go.

@josephdale69

8 ай бұрын

@@IAmLorenzoF I’m proud of you for putting up the brave fight.

@jakson11

8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear all is well so far. Praying for everyone@@IAmLorenzoF

@lionelbekker3590

8 ай бұрын

Dude be strong, you belong to an exclusive club that I wish you were not a member of. Blessings to you and hope you get well in the fullness of time.

Wow. The power of your mind . Hiking after chemo ❤!!!

You are the healthiest looking cancer patient I’ve ever seen! And I agree, we shouldn’t take our health for granted.

Such a great attitude. You are an inspiration to many. I lost my daughter 21 years ago to malignant melanoma. She never let that cancer take over her life. She faught bravely and continued to work until 3 days before she passed. Always smiling .

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Joan, I am SO SORRY to hear about your daughter. I know there's no way to get over that, but it sounds like she was a fighter, and that's the best way to get the most out of the life we have. Much love to you.

@sharontiglao5826

8 ай бұрын

So kind your words-❤

How I wish my husband could have tolerated chemo like you do. It was literally hell for him. And, to tolerate 7 rounds is amazing. You’re amazing 💖

So wish i could walk with you each day. Had melanoma twice. Clear now. You are so strong and yet humble still.

Dan you’re seriously an incredible soul. Your videos are amazing. I appreciate you sharing your journey. If anyone can kick cancers ass YOU CAN!!! You got this Dan. 💪🏻🙏

Dear Dan, Thank you so much for this vlog. I am going to have an operation coming Tuesday and your view of things helps me a lot to deal with the reality. I stumbled upon "Dan says" the first time and I like the content and your positive attitude even when life gives you a hard time. I am praying every day at 7 p.m. for all the burden people, critters, nature and from now on for you, too. Best wishes for you from Maria, Bavaria, Germany.

Dan, I hope you know what an incredible boost you give to people who are going through the same thing as you. And we do have to laugh sometimes at the situation we are in. Here is another bad cancer joke: "I don't get what's so hard about cancer...I'm already on stage 4!" The videos you've made are going to be helping people for years and years to come.❤

Im not fully religious dan, but let me just say i hope here is someone up there that will help you and if anything make everyday for you a comfortable and enjoyable experience- love from the UK

I’m 33 and was given a 33% chance of making it another 5 years. This is very encouraging and I feel good about my odds! I can relate with the specifics - on FOLFOX regimen. That joke gave me a good laugh, too!

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

By the way, Benjamin -- I have the exact same odds as you. Remember -- those are statistics that include plenty of older people, people with other health issues that make recovery harder (diabetes, heart disease, poor diet, no exercise, etc.), and YOU are in charge of most of those things. Which is nice, because we can eat better, move more, get more rest, drink more water and give our bodies a bigger fighting chance & improve our odds.

Lots of wisdom here. Just would like to add that hydrating lots and walking and hiking throughout chemo made it quite easy for me.

So true about empathy. Perhaps these people aren’t fully able to appreciate life fully because they have never been challenged.

It's scary as know. Never know what's gonna be like to wake up. It can go on for a long time. Treatments make you worse. I've been doing this for ten years now. Listen to yourself and don't be afraid to make your own decisions. 😊

I appreciate the perspective, recently diagnosed stage 2a lung cancer and I lost my left upper lobe. I thought I was a tough guy I did well for the surgery and the cancer seemed to be contained and not to have leach the outer plural or to the nodules. I now am what I consider phase II getting ready for Chemo. I understand there is a wide range of reactions and I appear to be one of the lucky ones they estimate a total of 4 treatments one every 3 weeks. However, I seemed to have lost it prepping for surgery with the port. For some reason Chemo scares the hell out of me. You make it look like a walk in the park. Thank you for the inspiration.

@Heavyisthecrown

7 ай бұрын

You’ve got this! My dad has stage 2c throat cancer and made it through is now totally back to normal and has no evidence of disease!!!!! He couldn’t even eat and had a feeding tube. The hardest thing for him was actually the weight loss and loss of strength. He didn’t feel like a man anymore he said. Now he is jacked again and just build a huge deck in his back yard! Just stay calm. Use your family as support. Don’t be afraid. My dad would always say if a 3 year old can go through this so can I. ❤❤❤ I will pray for you

So sorry you have to go through this. Your openness to share this journey is nothing short of amazing. Prayers to you.

Love your attitude! It helps me since I have cancer too. I have thought the same about people I see that don’t look too heathy but they don’t have cancer. I have always taken care of myself as you have with exercise and diet so it was a huge shock to me to be diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. Went through the chemo but waited a little to long for the surgery and the cancer grew into my skin. They are starting me on a new chemo next week. Hopefully it works well. I’m amazed that you are working but you enjoy it and it keeps your mind occupied and that’s good. Thanks for your positive videos and I look forward to more. Take care!

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Ann, my heart is with you. And I know, right? We've been healthy our whole lives, then we get this unexpected "roll of the dice". I am rooting for you. Let's be the healthiest looking cancer patients out there! :)

Really needed to hear this. You are such a huge inspiration. Thank you and wish you all the best ❤

You are soooo strong - body and mind - lots of hugs from Denmark 🥰

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your hugs and support, Bente!!

Thank you so much for sharing your strength and goodness. Wishing you well.

Love this video ❤ I had colon cancer, stage 2 , I'm doing ok but I suffer from anxiety and depression from it, and fear of recurrence, you seem so strong and brave I wish I could be more that way, I'm praying for your remission, you're videos have helped me also 😊

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Christina -- you beat it, that is AWESOME!! Now, live your best life. Eat fresh fruits & veggies, be active, tell people you love them, do all the things you never got around to. None of us know how long we have. Try not to be scared (I know it's hard). Live out loud. That would make me very happy :)

Love your sense of humor!!!😂😂😂😂 I agree with you on empathy, if someone does not have that they are pitiful souls. We choose to make fun of cancer it might take our body but not our spirit. Continued prayers and positive vibes for you.-Kim🙋🏻‍♀️❤️

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Haha good, I was hoping that joke would be taken the way I intended it! Thank you for your prayers and good vibes!

Dr. Dan, you are amazing. I will continue to send prayers, encouragement and blessings and love.

You are lucky, at least you can get treatment. I don't have health insurance anymore. I would just have to do without. You are a true inspiration

@elenadejesus7489

7 ай бұрын

In this "great" country, no one should go without treatment for horrible diseases. This is supposed to be the richest and most powerful country. We take care of others, and we even take good care of criminals medically but we can't take care of those that need it the most. I love my country but I hate the medical establishment whom select only those they want to treat and leave those that work hard in this country by the wayside. No one wants to be forgotten but there are those of us whom are forgotten. Please research. There should be something that can be done for you. After all, this country needs to take care of its own before we care for others whom don't pay their way. God bless and your job now is to get well.

@BR-td3kn

3 ай бұрын

Have you tried the Moffit Center? Your doctor should know about cancer centers that offer chemo therapy at no cost to you.

Love to see you’re doing so well. I look forward to your updates and love your outlook on life…including being able to laugh at yourself. It’s so important to keep a healthy mind. You have a calmness about you that I appreciate.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jennifer! :)

You're an inspiration. I had a PT treatment with you yesterday and you helped me within minutes and I've never encountered anyone coping with chemo treatment with such grace. Thank you for your generosity. You're in my prayers.

@grietdierick3906

2 жыл бұрын

This is so true! I have (had) breast cancer (You never know). If my cancer returns I will remember how Dr. Dan codes…. Such an inspiration

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Paula -- I'm so glad to hear you're feeling better! You are wonderful to say that. Thank you!!

God bless you with complete healing 🙏🏻I laughed at your joke😂

Dr Dan, Great to see you! Still praying for you daily 🙏✝️💕.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly, Louanne! Your prayers are much appreciated!

@louannemeeks6499

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrDanSays You’re welcome ☺️

Sending prayers your way🙏🏾🙏🏾💕

Love to you! ❤ You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Oh how difficult! Love n prayers prayers 🙏 ❤️ May your life give new victories to the battle. ❤

Thanks so much for sharing your experiences and showing us your beautiful face so we know that you are doing well. Powerful, spot-on message. When I’m going through difficult times, I’m so thankful to be a teacher and a mother. Those two realities take you out of yourself because you are serving others. Very cathartic. Love you and hope you keep tolerating the chemo well and kicking that cancer’s ass. 😘

@kimberlygerman3010

2 жыл бұрын

Also, the joke was hilarious 😆

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Kimberly you're awesome. I value our friendship so much, and I'm overwhelmed by your long-distance love. Thank you!

Love that you are out and about. That area is beautiful. I'm sure you have really bad days but I'm glad your up and good making the video. Amen to what you said I agree 100% love you and praying for you hun God bless

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your prayers, Rhonda! And yes, there are some days that aren't so great, but having you all behind me really helps...more than you know. Thank you :)

I love your outlook and attitude to your illness doc, you lift my spirits and help me put everything into perspective, Thank you!

Wow. You are a great speaker. Made me feel better just hearing your message.

lol, that joke. It's awful but I couldn't help laugh. I had stage 4 colon cancer (the last of the cancer was removed May 2021) and survived Folfox. ICK. Just listening to you talk about it takes me back. I wish I had the energy you have while hooked up to chemo. I'm guessing because you are in good health (obviously not including cancer) that it makes a difference. My husband and I talked about this today. Since I'm more likely than not to have the cancer return, we talked about getting me in the best health possible to give me a better chance to keep it at bay and also put me in a better place physically if it does come back.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Cristin -- so glad to hear you're on the other side of it!! And you're thinking about this in exactly the right way -- live your healthiest life for the rest you've got. Plus it's just nice to live in a body that feels alive, strong and rested. :)

Guy returns to his doctor to get the results of his tests. The doctor says, well, I have some bad news for you and some worse news for you! The guy says, Start with the bad news. Doctor , " The tests indicate that you only have 24 hours to live." Oh No! So, what's the worse news ??? Doc, " I couldn't get in touch with you yesterday...."

I don’t know how the yt algorithm got me to your channel but I’m sure thankful for your views and positivity hence the situation. You are truly inspirational and I will try to be a better person for myself and my kids. Thank you from Germany

What you say is very effective and lived experience thank you Dr Dan.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Arzu!!

One of your best! Thanks so much for posting this. (Also, you made me want to go out for a walk!)

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, and definitely get out for a walk! It's one of my favorite activities lately :)

I appreciate your perspective and sharing your joke :) I am someone who is going through a terrible depression with no hope. In similar age as yours, I found myself in a mid crisis, divorced, with career ups and downs. Career took so much of life. I envy that you treasure each day you have. Depression for some of us makes "tomorrow" so unappreciated. I'm healthy and I can't seem to appreciate it because my heart is so broken. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on empathy. I hope I get to a moment in my life where I can truly appreciate every moment, every sunrise, every sunset. I can't remember the last time I laughed.

It’s true. Your brain gets there. Mine does too. Love your vids Dr. Dan. So inspirational 🙏🏻

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! :)

Thank you, you are amazing 👏

Wishing and sending you hope and good vibes....i have stage 4 rectal cancer...currently on 10th cycle of chemo with 1 immunotherapy drug added...❤

That joke was hilarious, thanks for sharing!

Hey Dan, greetings from Australia. I'm an ex nurse. So sorry to hear your story

Doc, you are the man!

Loved this chat so much.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

So glad, Cindy! I hope you have a wonderful week!

God Bless i have one! of them to! I have stage 4 lung cancer! i finish radiation and chemo now immune therapy!I am 77! Thank God i am not in any pain! I don]t even feel i have cancer came along way! I hope you recover!

It's interesting your pump is in a bag. My husband's is just the pump and I always worry it's going to leak! Thanks for sharing..it all sounds so familiar.... stay strong!

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the bag definitely helps! I'm always afraid my cat is going to chew on the tubes while I'm sleeping though. But so far she hasn't! :)

Love you Dr. Dan 💪🏽🤜🏼🦋🌲🌞

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jazon!! I appreciate you.

Thank you dr dan

I'm about to start all of the process for esophagus cancer. The port and the whole 9 yards. So I'm watching different videos about people going through it and what to expect. I ran across this video so I'm watching it now. Have you done any videos about what to expect or what chemo feels like? What to do to keep energy up or fight the nausea? If so I'll look. I used to be a truck driver and was told I can't do that anymore. That's one of the hardest things for MD to handle. Even more than quitting smoking. Pet scan will be in a week or 2. How do we fight fatigue?

@gerigoetzinger8539

7 ай бұрын

How are you doing? I was just diagnosed with esophagus cancer this month Dec 2023. Starting Chemotherapy next week. Wishing you the best.

I get it. Be grateful for your health every day

Hahahaha that made me laugh!! Good advice you put out there. ☺️

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Maryjo! Thank you for the feedback!

@maryjo8752

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrDanSays you inspired me to get my self well and get back to working out again. I like the positive way you speak about the challenges you are facing. I’m just healing from surgery and Covid 2x 😬 if you can do this with cancer I can heal too. Enjoy your day Dr. Dan. There are many of us who are lifting you up in healing prayers.🌈☺️

I am also making sure I move my body every day. My side-effects have been cumulative, horrible joint pain, mouth pain and just tired. My doctor said I need to get up each day and I do. Kicking cancer's ass is a tough job. I am not working but hope to go back to my first graders in November.

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear that, Lori! Ugh, the mouth pain is awful. I've tried swishing/gargling with a teaspoon of baking soda & some salt in water. Maybe 30 seconds, and it seems to help with the mouth ulcers. I'm rooting for you!!

@lorimartino6496

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrDanSays yes I do gargle every day! I am sending good vibes to you!

@elenadejesus7489

7 ай бұрын

I've always said, circulation (movement ) is life, stagnation is death, so glad you continue to move. Walking, swimming, ( in your own pool) would be good. God bless and be with you through your journey.

I subscribed. I’m with you.

❤you look amazing Dan

So unfair! I know you do not have long now after seeing your last video. Makes me mad and sad. Hope you can continue to live and be ok !!

You are inspirational

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Susane! Having loving people like you cheering me on makes such a huge difference. Thank you.

Theres a book, Radical Remission Surviving Cancer Agaist All Odds, by Kelly A Turner. Please get this book. It has the 9 key factors that can make a real difference. Beautiful book for a beautiful person. I subscribed on your second video. Totally hooked by your humble but important messages from your experience and rooting for good health and healing for you. When there is no other way, God waits for us with love. Just know we will be traveling with you on your healing journey and that you have less and less issues health wise. Hoping the journey willbe for many years and you can get better and better until cancer is no longer a part of your life.

Loved the joke and your chemo hike. You have such a positive outlook which will definitely serve you well. It's awesome you are giving us a glimpse into life with cancer. Sending you healing thoughts..Aimee

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

Aimee I love you and miss you!! Thank you for the healing vibes and strong mojo, it means a lot :)

great vid

Its me again, Dr Dan... can you look into IP6 and inositol in reference to cancer and chemo?

very good!

Going back to watch your Cancer journey from the beginning, when did you experience symptoms that made you go to the Dr. since you were stage four when you did go. Did you ignore symptoms for a long time? We know our bodies best. ☮️💟

Are you on Flouracil 5fu mate in the pump?

I have bladder cancer!

How is your diet, the food you eat?

how to starve cancer jane mclelland I was stage 3 and I am cancer free in less than a year without chemotherapy, radiation and surgery

@DrDanSays

2 жыл бұрын

That is so amazing, Claudia -- thank you for sharing, I'm checking Jane out!! :)

@claudiasindile7017

2 жыл бұрын

I also did high dose vitamin C ….

👊Champ!

Olive oil is good for you. Don't raise your blood glucose and insulin. You can forget sugar for rest of your lifespan. That depends on you if you feed the cancer with it´s favorite food witch is sugar/glucose and one amino acid.

@idastersmoen2342

8 ай бұрын

Fermentation. You look very healthy. It is just that some of yours cells have turned on fermentation and gone bananas. Fermentation needs sugar.

Like you talk..how are you doing now..

why is there so much cancer? DId you grow up around chemicals of some sort? I'm so scared living in Roundup REady Indiana.

It is beyond my comprehension how you can do a long hike after many rounds of chemo.

This is the way to deal with cancer? Be positive.

Joke at 12:45

It seems not to make sense when you look so fit

I'm quite overweight, and I do manual labor every single day as well as keep a homestead, chopping wood, etc.. Meanwhile, you are judging people who look like me a sedentary in the grocery store. 😅 You have some growing to do!

Please don’t equate someone who is “fat” with someone who is not looking after themselves. Hormone disruption and steroids for chronic immune diseases can wreak havoc on the body with huge implications with weight gain. I’m still looking after myself, trying to stay alive, but part of that is prednisone unfortunately and with that comes weight gain. Prednisone keeps me alive, but kills me slowly. I have no appetite and have to work HARD to get any meal down so I mostly do protein smoothies. But I am overweight. I just have this body i have been given, but please stop judging - me and others - you don’t know how they got where they are!!

@ryanj5288

9 күн бұрын

He didn’t

Do you have a partner in all of this?

@JJ-vy2rh

6 ай бұрын

I wonder this or kids

Does not steroids spread the cancer ?

@godschild3640

8 ай бұрын

IM ON Steroids the KEYTRUDA IMMUNO THERAPY IS ATTACKING MY DEEDLE GLANDS. I CAN’T SPELL THAT WORD. IT’S IN THE UPPER KIDNEYS. I’M STAGE 4 FOR LUNG CANCER.

It's bald, 30 feet long, and moving around at an altitude. What is it? A group of cancer patients dancing the polonaise on the 4th floor of an oncology institute.

Why go thru all those treatments that actually degrade your body yet the doctors charge huge sums of money - I would never follow the Fishbowl idiots.

You were a vegetarian? Maybe that's the thing. Meat has it's place in our diet.

just found your videos 19./09/23 { scotland } found them comforting & helpful hope your doing just great