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Stephen Garcia with stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis

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ScWildthing61 said:
Not again, we just lost Taneyhill 5 months ago.

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Former USC QB Stephen Garcia shares Stage 4 cancer diagnosis

Former Gamecock quarterback Stephen Garcia announced Wednesday his diagnosis of Stage 4 colorectal cancer.
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Actor James Van der Beek(Varsity Blues, Dawson's Creek) just died from this back in March, if you're 35 or older and you haven't already done so, GET SCREENED!
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Just to understand the gravity of the situation…Van der Beek was diagnosed with Stage 3 in August of 2023 and passed a little over 2 years later.

Garcia needs our support and prayers. He has the biggest fight of his life ahead of him.
 
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My understanding is that standard medical advice is screenings every 6 years starting at age 50, I wonder if the medical profession will start recommending an earlier screening start.

Because of his age, I have a lot more sympathy for Garcia, far more than if he were 55.
 
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atl-cock said:
My understanding is that standard medical advice is screenings every 6 years starting at age 50,
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Likely no one Stephen's age is getting colonoscopies. They may not even be getting regular checkups/blood tests. 😬

I have a cousin who is likely on his last year after having anal cancer 2+ yrs ago. He's 61-62. Almost certain he never had any tests done.

Stephen is in big trouble. 😟 Chadwick Boseman was about Stephen's age when they found his cancer.
 
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I'm 40 and I just had my colonoscopy done recently, luckily no issues as far as any risk of cancer, though there were some issues that are more of a nuisance than a serious problem(damn bastard hemorrhoids)! Don't need to do my next screening until I'm 50, but may do it sooner.
 
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Dang, that sucks. It's been a tough few years for young former Gamecock QBs.
 
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Likely no one Stephen's age is getting colonoscopies. They may not even be getting regular checkups/blood tests. 😬

I have a cousin who is likely on his last year after having anal cancer 2+ yrs ago. He's 61-62. Almost certain he never had any tests done.

Stephen is in big trouble. 😟 Chadwick Boseman was about Stephen's age when they found his cancer.
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Clark Bynum from Sumter was young when died from Colon Cancer as well.
 
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Not to derail the discussion too much, but I see where the GoFundMe set up for Stephen has almost met its goal of $150k in less than 20 hours. Nearly 900 donations in less than 20 hours. No doubt, many of those donations coming from Gamecock fans.

As I thought of the outpouring of support Gamecock fans have already shown Stephen, I couldn't help but think of Marcus Lattimore, another beloved former Gamecock. He b*tched and moaned and does lame poetry about the perceived "struggles" and oppression of being loved by the fans. Heaven forbid he ever faces a similar scenario, the fans will support him just as they have Stephen.
 
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ScWildthing61 said:
I'm 40 and I just had my colonoscopy done recently, luckily no issues as far as any risk of cancer, though there were some issues that are more of a nuisance than a serious problem(damn bastard hemorrhoids)! Don't need to do my next screening until I'm 50, but may do it sooner.
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You can do the color guard test annually. It will reveal evidence of abnormal cells if present. Same with PST.
You can order your own blood tests from Labcorp or whoever is near you & can keep up with your own test results. I just pay out of the pocket for mine.
Daily psyllium does wonders for 'rhoid issues. I also find eating red meat really annoys the 'rhoids. 🤬
 
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Upon reflection, without knowing anything, my guess is Stephen started "feeling bad," saw his physician, who recommended a colonoscopy (all this covered by typical insurance), and that's when they discovered the seriousness of his condition. Even if his treatment is covered by insurance at 80%, the 20% balance is likely quite large.
 
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Had mine done at 50 (recommended age) they told me to get another one in 7 years but when my insurance changed thy changed that to 60.
 
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atl-cock said:
Upon reflection, without knowing anything, my guess is Stephen started "feeling bad," saw his physician, who recommended a colonoscopy (all this covered by typical insurance), and that's when they discovered the seriousness of his condition. Even if his treatment is covered by insurance at 80%, the 20% balance is likely quite large.
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Most insurance has a maximum out of pocket cost that is generally $5,000-10,000. That number will reset each year.

The Go Fund Me is likely for living expenses, not medical expenses.
 
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atl-cock said:
Upon reflection, without knowing anything, my guess is Stephen started "feeling bad," saw his physician, who recommended a colonoscopy (all this covered by typical insurance), and that's when they discovered the seriousness of his condition. Even if his treatment is covered by insurance at 80%, the 20% balance is likely quite large.
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Based on some of his texts, and tweets sounded like he felt bad, postponed going to the doctor as it was mild, then it got worse, and had to go to the emergency room and after a battery of tests after a few days the diagnosed him with Stage 4

Some mild and random abdominal pain,” he said via X on Wednesday. “Inconsistent stools. Never felt like I fully emptied. Never had any other symptoms so it was shocking to say the least.”

“If there’s one lesson to be learned, get checked and don’t be afraid to visit the doctors office when you don’t feel 100%,” he wrote. “The stuff we consume has been altered significantly over the years and we’ve been hearing more and more people in this age range are getting diagnosed with these things.”

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Following a few days in the ER and a battery of tests—including MRIs, CT scans, and a difficult hospital stay—Stephen was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer.
 
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You can do the color guard test annually. It will reveal evidence of abnormal cells if present. Same with PST.
You can order your own blood tests from Labcorp or whoever is near you & can keep up with your own test results. I just pay out of the pocket for mine.
Daily psyllium does wonders for 'rhoid issues. I also find eating red meat really annoys the 'rhoids. 🤬
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Man, I don't know, but I think had a 'rhoid for the first time a couple months ago. Not entirely sure what it was, but it was a VERY uncomfortable days.

Because there is a bit of family history (grandmother), I was able to get a colonoscopy earlier than insurance would normally approve it. Had 3 polyps, I think. All came back clear, thanking the Lord.
 
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Hate to hear that. Stephen does a YouTube podcast with Pat DiMarco and is a regular contributor on Bradford's daily morning show with ITG sports broadcast on YouTube too.

Jamie discusses it around the 9:45 mark.

 
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atl-cock said:
My understanding is that standard medical advice is screenings every 6 years starting at age 50, I wonder if the medical profession will start recommending an earlier screening start.

Because of his age, I have a lot more sympathy for Garcia, far more than if he were 55.
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The recommendation is now age 45 if there is no prior issues and no family history... Most insurance pays for screening at 45... There's discussion about having the age up further due to all of the young people having problems. And liver issues are a huge thing now, also. Something other than father time is killing us.
 
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Gradstudent_rivals30147 said:
Based on some of his texts, and tweets sounded like he felt bad, postponed going to the doctor as it was mild, then it got worse, and had to go to the emergency room and after a battery of tests after a few days the diagnosed him with Stage 4

Some mild and random abdominal pain,” he said via X on Wednesday. “Inconsistent stools. Never felt like I fully emptied. Never had any other symptoms so it was shocking to say the least.”

“If there’s one lesson to be learned, get checked and don’t be afraid to visit the doctors office when you don’t feel 100%,” he wrote. “The stuff we consume has been altered significantly over the years and we’ve been hearing more and more people in this age range are getting diagnosed with these things.”

The Diagnosis
Following a few days in the ER and a battery of tests—including MRIs, CT scans, and a difficult hospital stay—Stephen was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer.
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Hell, I feel that way most of the time. Turns out I have IBS. Three colonoscopies later and still clear of cancer - just a few polyps. A buddy of mine was symptom free but his regular doctor pushed him for a colonoscopy at age 52. Turns out he had stage 2 colorectal cancer. They removed a section of his sigmoid colon and he has been cancer free for 25 years.
 
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Yesterday he had his first day of Chemo, Lets Go Stephen and beat this!

Round 1 of chemo in the books. We are doing great and staying action. The thoughts, prayers, calls, texts, DMs and donations have been a major help with the mentality! We got this! #quarterbackyourhealth

 
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