Michael Swick is a retired American professional MMA fighter, who is famous for his stint at UFC. He spent most of his career in the UFC’s middleweight division. In addition, he was a member of the original ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ season in 2005. Moreover, he has over 15 UFC fights to his name. Post UFC, he is famous for his podcast ‘Real Quick With Mike Swick’. Furthermore, he has had the pleasure of hosting notable guests like Dana White and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
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Unfortunately, in 2022, Swick revealed that he was diagnosed with cancer. He has Stage 4 Lymphoblastic Lymphoma Luekemia. Despite this setback, he remains determined to recover and beat the disease. Recently, he shared an inspiring message with his fans and followers. He is determined to overcome this challenge and come out victorious.
Michael’s message is a reminder that even when in front of difficult challenges, it is important to remain positive and fight on. He is an inspiration to all who are going through similar struggles. He serves as a shining example of strength, resilience, and determination.
Fans react to the inspiring message by Mike Swick
Fans of Mike Swick are melting by his recent inspiring message. Moreover, they have taken to social media to show their support and express their admiration for his positive attitude and determination.
In case you need a little motivation today… pic.twitter.com/06TdiSIUZc
— Mike Swick (@officialswick) January 15, 2023
Here’s what they had to say:
Don Winslow, author of 3 New York Times Critics Choice Best Books of the Year said:
You will beat this.
— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) January 16, 2023
Moreover, Derek Brunson said:
Blessings bro
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) January 16, 2023
Another former UFC fighter Chris Leben said:
Let’s go bro. Let’s gooooo
— Chris Leben (@ChrisLebenMMA) January 16, 2023
Omar Mouneimne, a professional defense coach and European cup Winner said:
Stay strong champion. Used to love the Swikerteen! You’ll get through this !
— Omar Mouneimne (@omarsedefence) January 15, 2023
Furthermore, Danny Cage a coach of pro wrestling, writer and producer said:
Keep fighting! Great attitude! 🤘💚🤘
— Coach Danny Cage (@TheDannyCage) January 16, 2023
In addition, Thomas Gerbasi the Editorial Director at UFC, MMA, Boxing, Music writer said:
Go get em, Mike 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
— Thomas Gerbasi (@tgerbasi) January 15, 2023
Furthermore, Noad Lahat a Israeli MMA fighter UFC & Bellator vet Judo&BJJ black belt, IDF red beret said:
Inspiration brother ❤️
Can’t wait to triangle you later this year— noad lahat (@Neo_MMA) January 15, 2023
One fan said:
Keep fighting, brother! Much love and respect!
— Dave Sholler (@DaveSholler) January 16, 2023
Swick opens up about his battle with cancer
Mike Swick, over an Instagram post, revealed that he had been living with cancer for over seven months without knowing. He had passed an initial biopsy on his lymph node and all vitals were good. Moreover, he and his doctors assumed that the swollen lymph nodes were side effects from the Johnson and Johnson vaccine he had received. Since the swelling occurred the day after he received the vaccine.
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He said, “So if you scroll back seven months on my IG, you can see how much fun I was having with cancer and not even knowing it. Free-diving, skydiving, training… kinda crazy. Be safe everyone and never listen to the first diagnosis.”
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In his post, Mike encourages others to be vigilant about their health and to not accept the first diagnosis they receive. He also reflects on how much fun he had in the past seven months, free-diving, skydiving, and training, not knowing he had cancer. He urges everyone to be safe and not to take their health for granted.
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