Dave Coulier has received a cancer diagnosis.

The “Full House” star, aged 65, announced that he has been diagnosed with stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma during an episode of his podcast, “Full House Rewind,” as well as in an interview with People magazine published on Wednesday.

Coulier explained that he found out about his diagnosis in October after experiencing swollen lymph nodes linked to an upper respiratory infection.

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“Three days later, my doctors contacted me and said, ‘We wish we could give you better news, but you have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, specifically B cell, which is quite aggressive,'” he stated in the interview. “I went from having a slight cold to a cancer diagnosis, and it was very overwhelming. This has been a fast and intense journey,” he added.

In the “Full House Rewind” episode aired on Wednesday, Coulier, wearing a hat, shared with viewers that he has started chemotherapy and decided to cut his hair as a precautionary measure. He revealed that he chose to discuss his “personal battle” because “cancer impacts nearly all of us,” mentioning that he has lost family members, including his sister, niece, and mother, to the disease. He also shared that his older sister is currently fighting cancer as well.

“Having witnessed their struggles, if I can embody even half of their strength during their battles, I will put up a strong fight,” Coulier remarked on the podcast.

Coulier mentioned to People magazine that he, along with his wife and friends, created a “very specific plan” for his cancer treatment and was relieved to receive positive results from his bone marrow test, which returned negative. This brought his chances of recovery to about 90%.

Coulier also encouraged fans of “Full House Rewind” to undergo regular cancer screenings, stressing that “early detection can make a significant difference.”

The actor joins a growing list of celebrities who have recently disclosed cancer diagnoses. Notably, “Dawson’s Creek” star James Van Der Beek shared his diagnosis of colorectal cancer, while others like Jenna Fischer from “The Office,” Olivia Munn from “The Newsroom,” and Danielle Fishel from “Boy Meets World” have talked about their battles with breast cancer this year.

In July, Coulier honored “Beverly Hills, 90210” actress Shannen Doherty, who passed away from cancer, while reflecting on his family’s experience with the disease.

“RIP Shannen Doherty,” he posted on Instagram. “I met her during the Full House days. She was wonderful and had a radiant smile. Today, I also remember the strong and beautiful women in my life lost to cancer – my mother, my sister Sharon, and my niece Shannon.”

Understanding non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma

The Mayo Clinic describes non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma as a cancer originating in the lymphatic system, where “abnormal growths of white blood cells known as lymphocytes can form tumors in various parts of the body.” Symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes, abdominal discomfort, and chest pain.

The clinic highlighted, “Recent improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma have significantly bettered the outlook for those affected by this illness.”

As per the American Cancer Society, the five-year relative survival rate for individuals diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma stands at 73%. There are over 70 types of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, making it a “fairly common” form of cancer, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

In 2022, actress Jane Fonda revealed her diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. She later announced that she was in remission and had been advised to stop her chemotherapy treatments. “I feel incredibly blessed and fortunate,” she expressed on Instagram. “I extend my gratitude to all who have prayed and sent positive thoughts my way. I’m confident it contributed to this wonderful update.”

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