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

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.

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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

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