Rahul priydarss
Just months after beating stage-3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, Dave Coulier revealed a startling new diagnosis: tongue cancer.
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In October 2025, during a routine PET scan follow-up, doctors discovered an abnormal flare at the base of his tongue despite no immediate symptoms.
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The diagnosis: early-stage P16‑positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, a head and neck cancer rooted in the base of the tongue.
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Medical experts say this cancer is totally unrelated to the Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Dave had meaning it’s a completely new and distinct cancer.
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He’s now undergoing 35 rounds of radiation therapy, with doctors expecting the treatment to conclude by December 31, 2025.
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For P16-positive tongue cancer detected early, the curability rate is around 90%. Dave remains cautiously optimistic.
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Dave himself emphasized that early detection saved him not once, but twice encouraging everyone to stay on top of routine health screenings.
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Known for bringing laughter to millions as the fun-loving Uncle Joey on Full House, this diagnosis reveals a harsher reality behind the spotlight, underscoring how cancer can touch anyone.
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Dave’s public battle is a powerful reminder: keep up with regular check-ups, even if you feel fine — sometimes the biggest health scares are silent.
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Despite the shock, Dave remains hopeful. Facing cancer once again, he’s leaned on his strength, his loved ones, and modern medicine.