"I was doing so well. And my numbers went down to the equivalent of a normal human being who does not have pancreatic cancer, so we were all very optimistic. And they said, 'Good, we're gonna stop chemo. We'll start you on immunotherapy,'" he said.
"I lost about 12 pounds in a week and my numbers went sky high, much higher than they were when I was first diagnosed. So, the doctors have decided that I have to undergo chemo again and that's what I'm doing." Doctors regularly monitor a cancer patient's blood cell counts to determine how his or her body is handling the particular treatment.
Trebek said his goals for the summer were to get his strength and hair back, and his progress on both fronts was "dismal."The 79-year-old announced in March he had Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He received an outpouring of support from fans, including from Canadians.Alex Trebek is seen with a birthday cake presented to him in July during filming of the 36th season of Jeopardy.season, the show released a video in which the Sudbury, Ont.
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News Sending love as you continue your brave battle against such a formidable foe. Your strength , percerverence & bravery is to be admired & a great example for all to never give up hope❤️
News Thinking of Alex. Cancer sucks! 👎🏻
News Come on Alex you can do it
News AlexTrebek And while being so open about his own fight against cancer he is giving hope, comfort, support and bravery to all who are also fighting for their health. A true hero in a world of pretenders.
News Cancer is awful and as quick as ya beat it at an advanced age it comes right back like a cat with nine lives. Chemo and radiation also have unintended side effects such as they cause cancer. Good luck Alex your going to need it.
News That's sad to hear. I hope he makes it through this.
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