NYC man's story of survival for Glioblastoma Awareness Day

It is the word that throws fear into more than 13,000 Americans every year, glioblastoma. It is the deadliest of brain cancers. Bill Ritter has the story.
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[@Kyshowazaa]

My lil baby sister is diagnosed with Glioblastoma, she will never give up. Please pray for me too🙏

[@duurnamets9678]

I dont believe in Praying I only believe in FIGHTING TOGETHER 💪 Never lose your hope My Brother died also from this Filthy Brain Cancer. I wish 🙏you and your baby sister a Miracle that she survive. ❤

[@IndigoRoses7]

Michael Anderson passed away June 9, 2024 after a courageous three and a half year battle with Glioblastoma. He was clearly a very strong, loved, and cherished man by his family and loved ones. I wish Michael had more time here, but thankful to this wonderful doctor for helping as much as she could. I'm praying for his wife and family. Rest in Peace Michael ❤ you fought the good fight. Thank you for your service to your community as a hardworking NYC police officer

[@joe1-ts7db]

I had my brain tumor surgery July 9 2024. My journey starts.

[@Houmanian]

My mother passed away on June 8th, 2024, from Glioblastoma. She fought hard for 6 months and is no longer suffering. Life will not be the same without her. 💔

[@joe1-ts7db]

@@Houmanian I’m sorry, my friend. I have just started and the Drs don’t give much information on how much time you have. Your mother would be proud of you for moving forward.

[@Houmanian]

@joe1-ts7db Thank you for your kind words. I'm so sorry to hear that you are dealing with this disease. I joined a Glioblastoma group on Facebook, which I found to be helpful and informative.

[@Houmanian]

@@joe1-ts7db Hi Joe, I apologize for my late reply. Please know that your comment means a lot to me. I appreciate it very much. Thank you. 🙏🙏🙏💝

[@blenaris1]

I have been diagnosed with this horrible cancer. I'm on day 5 with chemo and radiation. I'm terribly scared. Please 🙏 for me. Thank you Michael for encouraging me.

[@macywood4619]

I prayed for you dear!

[@freezdomedits3463]

How are you now

[@suzb8380]

prayers 🙏

[@boquag4281]

you are not alone. i know it’s scary. i pray your faith is strong 🙏

[@hl2921]

My friends daughter is battling this now also.❤️Prayers , love and strength to you.

[@carmendiaz7725]

My husband was just diagnosed and yes we will keep fighting 🙏

[@micheladerry5681]

i hope he wins this terrible illness. May God be with u

[@blackdiamond4584]

Peace be with you both

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

👊🏼🌹

[@sarahnoda]

My young nephew passed from the same cancer. Multiple brain surgeries and chemo extended his life a few years, he only had weeks left at the time of diagnosis. Unfortunately these tumors are very aggressive and usually grow back. I pray they find a cure soon. It's a devastating diagnosis.

[@LethalWeap0n9]

Yeah....some Rumors are very aggressive and so believable that there's nothing you can do to change the narrative. Sometimes they come back, after clearing the air. Besides that, I wanted to debate on what do we think the cause(s) of these unique cancers is/are. It amazes me when I think that objects and things that go into our bodies (whether foods, liquids, vaccines) play a part into this type of deadly illness. It's like, we try to take care of ourselves...but, I believe that nutrition labels are not 100% truthful. They can keep risky ingredients off the label, and we would have no clue.

[@bgyd6687]

I am so sorry 😪🙏

[@WanderingRationalist]

I hope he is at peace. I’m truly sorry for your loss.

[@hpiclik8205]

Im almost sure i got it too all symptoms fall at place am so scared i dont want to die at15😭😭😭

[@loxboy1957]

@@hpiclik8205 Glioblastoma causes mostly general brain tumor symptoms and is rare in young people. Go to a doctor and get diagnosed, you might not have a brain tumor at all, or if you do, it can very well be a benign one.

[@IMSTRAIGHTUP150]

Blessings to Michael Anderson and, his family. May he get back on his feet and, feel better. I love Mount Sinai Hospital. You get nothing but, the best treatment there. Bless the doctor too and, NEVER GIVE UP!❤️‍🩹

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

GBM4 here as well . Thankfully still going strong after 2,5 Years... Yes! Don't give up! Breathe, live today 🌹

[@alexandertolmatskiy1]

It a very beautiful thing to see myself healthy again after using remedy from Dr Ake on KZbin, I finally got cured of my Glioblastoma with his herbs med and I can tell how great my health has turned out so far. Thank you 🙏 ❤️🫣

[@deliabotha7187]

How are you doing?

[@tubularbrit88]

What treatment did you use?

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

@@deliabotha7187 me? Still very good thankfully! Thank you 🌹

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

@@tubularbrit88 The normal STUPP? Surgery then radiation and chemo. Did keto diet at the same time, not anymore, and have been taking THC oil and CBD oil ever since

[@HeirWolfenstein]

I am going through this now. It’s very hard to see your whole life just vanish like that. luckily i am still of sound mind and i can reason but the future is looking scary. I hope and pray for a cure. I must remain optimistic. My faith and family is all i have. Join me in prayer for all those affected by this terrible sickness.

[@hamdanalameri2885]

I hope you well! You are going to beat this. My ante, 36 years, got diagnosed last year today ,stage 4, she is well and got back to her occupation as a doctor, and she enjoying life at its most.! Again, stay strong you got thiss.🤍🤍

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

I understand, but... The future eventually is the same for everything living... We also don't know when and how we die. Nobody does.. they said 15 months to me, but I am next July 4(!) Years in. Nobody can see or know what is coming and when. We live now, today... Our past are stories we have experienced and tomorrow doen't exist yet... We can walk under a bus or fall down the stairs etc.. Many die before us, mostly unexpected.. and in a 100 years from now, noone who lives now will be here anymore.. not to make it sad 🙈 but to make it a bit easier. Stay strong and breathe.. as long as we breathe, we live. That.. is life 🌹❣️💋

[@kamranzaheri3016]

I've made a guideline for a friend with grade IV GBM. It includes magnets, hydrogen, mushrooms, supplements and the standards. Let me know if you want a free copy. Dr. Zaheri 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Gba-e6g]

​@@kamranzaheri3016hi i need it thanks

[@GreenHorne1]

My father 78 yrs old was diagnosed with glioblastoma. In 4 months after surgery, radiation and chemo now he is barely able to stand or walk on his own. I can see psin in his eyes and fear that he is not going to be there for long. Sometimes i feel end is very near but he keeps on fighting.

[@kikiann2268]

My son passed from this horrific disease. May the Lord be with those that are going through this currently. My son’s tumor was inoperable. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@deannsmith8903]

My condolences to you. May he rest in perfect peace 🙏 In my city tonight, our community surrounded a home where a young man of 21 years old is stricken with this aggressive tumor. His mother & family are heartbroken. The sick young man was able to sit on his porch in his wheelchair while the community singing Christmas Carlos to him & gift giving. I’m forever changed as this young man was so thankful & humble & even prayed for us. How moving and touching. I’m so sorry for your loss. 🙏

[@EsmeraldaDeVos]

🌹❣️

[@johnobrien4755]

This is not representative of GBM (stage 4 glioblastoma) for individuals. Everyone is so different. The timelines are different (I’m 2 years and counting). The side effects are different (I have few physical defects). But the common factor is that after all these years, there is no cure irrespective of where the tumour is located. Even so, this death sentence hanging over us does not necessarily mean the end of living a meaningful life. Unfortunately some will succumb quite quickly, but those newly diagnosed need to understand that it isn’t the end until treatment fails, and no one can or should put a timeline on that. The goal is to stay as physically and mentally fit, and to continue to live without fear.

[@sushilaprabha5554]

From where you are? How old u are? My son is suffering from same from 3 month

[@sushilaprabha5554]

Please give your contact no.

[@shecreate4099]

@@sushilaprabha5554 my mother too is suffering from GBM

[@drshwetasharma4150]

@@sushilaprabha5554 Hi Where r u from Even my son is suffering from this tumor

[@johnjacobs6062]

Found out about the GBM cancer 2 days prior to surgery in mid Nov. Beautiful what you said, how I NOW think. Just finished rad and round 1 chemo a few days ago...

[@sharpie510]

Ask about DCVax-L, a novel glioblastoma cancer vaccine that recently showed in a peer reviewed phase 3 clinical trial statistically significant improvements (the first in DECADES) for both newly diagnosed and recurrent glioblastoma. We are not living in the stone age of chemotherapy and radiotherapy anymore. Best of luck to patients.

[@Spokentruths725]

Glad to see your comment. Hopefully if needed this can be available for my mom.

[@siken39]

Unfortunately, this is not affordable for many patients 😔

[@sharpie510]

Not until approved, then insurance should cover the bulk of it. And they already have an automation process they can implement once demand ramps up. Until then, you can access this via a clinical trial (look to UCLA, I think there are at least 2) where DCVax will be given AT NO COST and the UK Specials Programme. People in the Specials say the upfront cost is $25000 per dose but you should confirm when inquiring.@@siken39

[@saranyayeleswarapu9405]

@sharpie510 is it clinically proven and whats the cost.. can we get that to india

[@Pawekoy]

I'm from Philippines my father died when he diagnosed glioblastoma

[@megans.5729]

My husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma January of this year at 30 years old. They gave him 6 months to a year. His tumor was the size of a walnut. They said he would possibly lose his vision, couldnt drive, and couldnt work anymore. He was out of the hospital within 4 days after surgery. He has underwent 11 of the 12 cycles of chemotherapy with the 6 weeks of radiation a month after surgery. So far, no regrowth after 9 months. He has beaten every odd so far, he has made doctors jaws drop, he is 100% my superhero. Im sharing this story for those who are just going through it, are going through it, and have gone through it. My advice with this. Trust in God because this was him. My husbands radial oncologist said this was God. This all started because my husband had a sinus infection that wouldnt clear up. He then got so dizzy he couldnt walk. It took 3 visits from our primary care doctor and his work doctor found it for us. If something feels off, get it checked out. Anyone who deals with this cancer or is going through it with a loved one. Dont feed the cancer. Physically and mentally. Fight for your life that you want to live. ❤

[@jesuismieux0136]

It's been around for so many years and yet no one knows how it comes about or how to prevent it. It seems like the number of people developing glioblastomas is on the rise. This is completely horrific.

[@debschaal]

My son had surgery got the whole tumor out . Now going under radiation & chemo pill told at first low grade two then went to aggressive 4. Oncologist said looks like 2. The first time this hospital did not send out labs but did them themselves. I never felt my son was a 4 & we still are not told the truth but go ahead with treatment or not? Too many ifs not enough positive answers. We need this Dr at Mount Sinai.

[@Nokless]

hope your son is still going strong man

[@Boricua733]

Please understand that not glioblastoma are operable. My dad passed away in June after 22 months battling. I was always wondering why he had no side effects from the chemo turns out it was because it was not working for on him. Eventually we settled for hospice at home and he passed away peacefully like he wanted too.

[@sergecouvrette9400]

Just got diagnosed with it yesterday january 6 2023. So scarry but at the same time i never felt that energetic to fight. How do u prepare mentaly for this rough battle ?

[@VENISHASece]

Really very scary. Prepare yourself for treatment. My brother had an year ago at the age of 19 it was painful

[@sergecouvrette9400]

@@VENISHASece thanks my friend

[@anamari917able]

Praying 🙏

[@sherryvidell7015]

I was diagnosed with stage 4 of the same cancer in October of last year in California

[@alexandertolmatskiy1]

It a very beautiful thing to see myself healthy again after using remedy from Dr Ake on KZbin, I finally got cured of my Glioblastoma with his herbs med and I can tell how great my health has turned out so far. Thank you 🙏 ❤️🫣

[@deliabotha7187]

Hi Sherry. How are you doing dear?

[@carmendiaz7725]

Hi Sherry How are you feeling? Sending you lots of positive vibes and prayers 🙏

[@jackdemi8576]

Look into Dr Thomas Seyfrieds work on GBM

[@harryohnesorg5574]

This report leaves us in the limbo what makes the so much needed difference between Michael and all the others that die. All neurosurgeons try that balance and use radiation and chemo. So what lets the doctor say, he even may be cancer-free forever, given that glioblastomas always come back?

[@tubularbrit88]

Has anyone tried gamma knife? I am looking for all the treatment options I can get. Feels like theres no support from doctors. I was told my dad shouldnt do radiation. We are starting with chemo

[@Raniaala]

Hi what’s happening now to your father i wish he’s okay

[@ovimanisumontmcr]

My 32 year old brother passed away last 4 months due to this life threatening High Great Glioblastma disease😭😭

[@limarysrivera1963]

My husband was diagnosed with glioblastoma on Dec 13th. He starts chemo and radiation soon. We’re devastated 😢 surgeon says surgery is no an option. I’m so scared 😢

[@hl2921]

Prayers and love to you

[@hevmet8386]

My prayers are with you. My brother, who is 60 years old was diagnosed with the same cancer.

[@sierramist007]

Sending love and prayers your way..

[@AnhNguyen-tk1ee]

My husband was diagnosed with GBM4 on the 13th May, we are planing to start some treatment too. It’s impossible to get surgery. I feel like i dont wanna live. Too painful seeing him like this 😭

[@DK-zm2fq]

May G-d send him a healing

[@hilarymac3706]

Diagnosed and had surgery for this in August this year. It’s a horrible cancer and the side effects of treatment are horrible but yes you have to keep going,

[@jackdemi8576]

God bless every body thats dealing with this. I pray for your healing. Please take matters into your own hands and fight the best fight with every single cell in your body. LITERALLY!! Please look into the work being done by Dr Thomas Seyfried. Stay positive, stay strong, you or your loved one will get through this. May God be with you every step of the way!

[@Peacock__]

God is obviously not helping people who have incurable brain cancer

[@TLR1219]

My husband died at 40 a true nightmare

[@debschaal]

Thankyou God Bless

[@Timeforchange952]

My lovely mother had to spend her last days with this, I had read a article somewhere how niacin may help prevent, also my brother has spoke to many people that had themselves had this or knew someone who has which most overseas and they said their Doctors told them it was from radiation, my mother use to fall asleep with her phone, Prayers

[@somewhrntm]

I’ve heard that there doing studies using scorpion venom to help treat glioblastoma. Have you heard of this? And what have the results showed?

[@chuckhere]

I am 76, 2 weeks post Resection of GBM(Grade-4). Only had 2 mild Seizures prior to operation. Waiting on next step, talking w/Neuro Oncologist. I am against Radiation therapy. Has anyone else done only Chemo & maybe a Clinical Trial? i have startee my own, 'Clinical Trial, using 'Cloring Dioxide' mixture.. Not much mentioned about that , but has been used successfully for fighting bacteriw, for a very long tim.

[@mitchcornacchia968]

God bless tou all!❤

[@Optunity]

Tank you. New gbm. I'm fighting

[@susiepolancodemejicanos3554]

Ánimo

[@hl2921]

Love and prayers to you ❤️

[@hebrewhammer8571]

You still alive?

[@ariesgray3]

My best friend was just diagnosed stage 4, she is turning 40 this September. She is the healthiest person I know…. Doesn’t drink or smoke. Exercises everyday. It’s so unfair.

[@petersmith9200]

Metabolic therapy approach as promoted by prof. Thomas N. Seyfried ?

[@apothos666]

Can 2 CT scans cause this? I'm 28.

[@jackdemi8576]

Look into Dr Thomas Seyfrieds work on GBM

[@jackdemi8576]

Don’t worry about what caused it. Focus on how to fix it now

[@hpiclik8205]

Im almost sure i got it too all symptoms fall at place am so scared i dont want to die at15😭😭😭

[@MerlynDPala]

I hope they find a cure soon

[@sushilaprabha5554]

My son is also 16 and suffering from same GBM 4

[@alexandertolmatskiy1]

It a very beautiful thing to see myself healthy again after using remedy from Dr Ake on KZbin, I finally got cured of my Glioblastoma with his herbs med and I can tell how great my health has turned out so far. Thank you 🙏 ❤️🫣

[@jackdemi8576]

Look into Dr Thomas Seyfrieds work on GBM

[@LectronCircuits]

Glioblastoma can happen to anybody at any time. Audience wishes hapless victims all the best. Cheers!

[@triberedeyetv5971]

My mother is currently on hospice with this cancer. They told us it was Imoperable... Theyre telling me she has 2 weeks..

[@lizmacias1025]

My son is 10 and taking some capsules it really is helping his not on chemo nor radiation and this is working !

[@deliabotha7187]

How is your mother doing?

[@shae6639]

@@lizmacias1025how is your son doing now? :)

[@micheladerry5681]

sorry for your mum. Mine died of the same illness many years ago: she was hopeless the very day of the diagnosis, but thanks God she lived quite good the last months of her life. She had almost a normal life and its a big BIG present.

[@blackdiamond4584]

Peace be with your family

[@muntajibkhan4986]

Women seldom take neurosurgery because they don't like standing for hours doing surgery.

[@micheladerry5681]

che cazzo dici?

[@anamari917able]

They don’t like or they aren’t capable of??😬😀

[@granthouston5977]

I hate all the folks on social media arguing for BS remedies!