Dad Ignored Symptoms, Faced Stage 4 Colon Cancer

Kenny Berbick, 41, initially dismissed symptoms like blood in his stool as minor, a belief held for about a decade. He was eventually told these issues might be hemorrhoids.

Over the past two years, his symptoms significantly worsened, including stomach pain, excessive sweating, changes in bowel habits, and weight loss. By 2025, constant discomfort led him to seek a CT scan, confirming his suspicions.

The scan revealed a large tumor that could obstruct his colon. Further tests showed stage four colon cancer had spread to his liver, initially resulting in a grim prognosis.

After initial holistic treatments and chemotherapy proved ineffective, Berbick is now participating in a clinical trial. He advocates for early screening, especially for those over 45, and emphasizes that hope exists even with a stage four diagnosis.