How I Ended Up In Hospice At 32 Years Old - Michael | Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer | The Patient Story

The Patient Story March 4, 2025
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Michael Barnes was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroendocrine Cancer of the esophagus at just 31 years old. Given only days to weeks to live, Michael defied the odds and continues his journey over a year later. In this cancer vlog, Michael shares the first symptoms he noticed, the struggle to get a diagnosis, and how he’s navigated treatment, hospice, and the emotional weight of his prognosis. Thank you, Michael, for sharing your story to help others. To read more on his story → https://thepatientstory.com/patient-stories/rare/neuroendocrine-carcinoma/michael-b/ #EsophagealCancer #CancerAwareness #Stage4Cancer #cancerpatient #cancersurvivor #patientstories #thepatientstory #cancertreatment #cancerprevention #cancersymptoms The Patient Story: The Patient Story is led by a dedicated team of medical, editorial, and video experts, committed to authentically portraying the cancer patient experience. Sharing your story holds transformative power, culturally and personally. We handle each narrative with utmost care, compassion, and scientific rigor. Our editorial process adheres to the highest journalistic standards, ensuring medically researched, vetted, and fact-checked content. Backed by experienced medical professionals, we offer insights into the latest medical advancements. Beyond patient narratives, we provide comprehensive coverage of cancer news and medical resources. From symptoms to clinical trials, insurance, finances, and support groups, we offer guidance in a humanized manner. Chapters: 0:00 Meet Matt 0:34 Symptoms and Diagnosis 2:41 My Reaction To The Diagnosis 3:29 Treatment Plan 5:02 I Had 2 Days To Live 6:33 Hospice Care 7:37 Opinions of Other Medical Doctors 8:42 Difficulties In Hospice Care 9:56 My Biggest Advice Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepatientstory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatientstory/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Patient_Story TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patientstory How I Ended Up In Hospice At 32 Years Old - Michael | Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer | The Patient Story https://youtu.be/1ZLaISPW_io

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