Stage 4 colorectal cancer at 29 — I wish I hadn’t ignored these symptoms

Publication: New York Post
Date: December 2024

Five years after being diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer at 29, Joe Faratzis is reflecting on the six red flags that signaled he was struggling with a serious disease.

What it's really like with Stage 4 Cancer

Publication: Yahoo Lifestyle
Date: December 2024

Yahoo Lifestyle shares Joe’s story of being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at 29, emphasizing the warning signs he wishes he had recognized earlier.

How Joe Overcame Colorectal Cancer at 34

Publication: SELF
Date: March 2024

This SELF article highlights Joe’s journey confronting colorectal cancer at a young age, showcasing his resilience, treatment strategies, and outlook on life.

Colorectal Cancer Symptoms: The Pain Ignored for Months

Publication: Times Now News
Date: March 2024

This Times Now News article details how Joe overlooked subtle but persistent symptoms for months before his colorectal cancer diagnosis, underlining the need for vigilance and timely medical attention.

Self-Care With a Chronic Condition

Publication: SELF
Date: December 2024

In this SELF feature, Joe’s journey illustrates approaches to maintaining mental and physical well-being when living with a chronic condition or recovering from serious illness.

From Hemorrhoids to a Colon Cancer Diagnosis

Publication: SurvivorNet
Date: March 2024

SurvivorNet covers Joe’s story about initially attributing rectal bleeding to hemorrhoids, only to discover it was a sign of colon cancer—emphasizing the importance of seeking prompt medical evaluation.

Man with Incurable Colon Cancer Ignored Symptoms

Publication: LADbible
Date: December 2024

LADbible highlights Joe’s experience with incurable colon cancer, underscoring the symptoms he ignored and the lessons learned.

Symptoms of Colon Cancer to Never Ignore

Publication: Times Now News
Date: December 2024

Times Now News lists six colon cancer symptoms Joe wished he had paid attention to, offering valuable advice for others.

Stage 4 Colon Cancer: Symptoms Ignored

Publication: Newsbreak
Date: December 2024

Newsbreak covers Joe’s personal reflections on ignoring early-stage colon cancer symptoms and what he wants others to learn from his journey.

Night Sweats and Bowel Changes: Cancer Survivor Reflects

Publication: Medical Daily
Date: December 2024

Medical Daily examines Joe’s reflections on the red flags he overlooked, including night sweats and bowel habit changes, as signs of colorectal cancer.