Former UFC fighter Mike Swick revealed that he is currently battling cancer.
On Instagram, the Ultimate Fighter season 1 competitor disclosed that he had been recently diagnosed with the disease. He'd been suffering from it for seven months unknowingly.
Mike Swick, a former UFC fighter, has spoken out to reveal that he is currently battling cancer
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On Instagram, he wrote: "For those who are wondering where I've been in the last 5 weeks I've been fighting Cancer in the most difficult and aggressive battle I've ever faced."
Swick has had his first round in chemotherapy. He weighed just 151 lbs after fasting.
He stated, "Now I am recovering at home and feeling incredible mentally!"
"Vitals are still healthy, but they're still full of Chemo, and quite weak.
"The lowest weight I gained after fasting and the first week was 151lbs."
"Quick" has made a promise to keep his followers and fans informed as he defeats the "toughest" opponent in his life.
The 42-year old added, "I will get scans and updates in just over one week, but I decided to not hide this."
"I want everyone watching as I overcome this BS to recover 100% and make a full recovery. Keep watching.
Swick was quickly embraced by the mixed martial arts community, and fighters and fans offered their prayers and thoughts.
Dan Hardy, a former opponent, commented: "Sending strength brother. This is what you have.
Tyron Woodley, ex-welterweight UFC champion wrote: "You got that brother and we got your lifted in Prayer!"
Daniel Cormier, current UFC commentator, said: "Mike. We love you brother."
Clay Guida wrote: "UNSTOPPABLE!!! The Best is yet ahead! Keep going Mikey! !"
After a defeat to Alex Garcia at UFC189, Swick announced his retirement in mixed martial arts.
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