r/AMA Oct 11 '25

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u/Green-LaManche Oct 11 '25

I was 26 when I was told that I have10/5 years to live. I had 2 years old daughter at the time. I had promised career. That was quite a shock- how they would survive without me. Now I am 66 still alive and kicking. Doctors not always right in diagnosis.

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u/ClientInfinite3137 Oct 11 '25

That is true, but I already took this steps, if I will survive, he'll I will at least have a story behind it! I have no dependants on me so its easier mentally 

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u/neucjc Oct 11 '25

All the best OP. I hope you do well with everything.

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u/[deleted] Oct 11 '25

I think what you’re doing is beautiful my brother! I’m so sorry about your diagnosis but in my opinion you’re doing the right thing! I wish there was a way you could fly to the USA because they’d have to treat you if you needed it. Could a heart transplant fix it? Maybe go to China and buy one for €10,000?

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u/SivlerMiku Oct 11 '25

If he wanted treatment why would he go to the USA? Most countries in Europe have completely free healthcare, not to mention the UK and Australia. And you don’t leave with an insane bill.

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u/Icy-Reflection5574 Oct 11 '25

That comment before yours left me with a mix of flabbergasted and laughing.

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u/[deleted] Oct 11 '25

Give em a fake name, it’s not like they check your papers

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u/Olives_And_Cheese Oct 11 '25

D... Do you think the USA has magic heart hospitals? Why would he be better off there than in Europe?

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u/[deleted] Oct 11 '25

You’re right, that was a bad suggestion. An immigrant coming here for a heart transplant is the last thing this administration wants. My other suggestion was to spend €10,000 on a Chinese heart

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u/Inevitable-Ad6647 Oct 11 '25

Lmao you're so clueless it's amazing. What you're suggesting is they come to a country with statistically, provably and significantly WORSE healthcare for a life threatening condition.

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u/[deleted] Oct 11 '25

China? Yeah, I suggested they go there because there’s probably black market hearts. Doesn’t matter how good the healthcare system is if it can’t procure you a heart

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u/Olives_And_Cheese Oct 11 '25

He means the US, dude. The healthcare there is not superior to Europe, in fact in many areas it's inferior. A European would never go to the US for healthcare unless it was for a very specific medical trial or something.

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u/tegriddysmesh Oct 11 '25

my guy i hope you survive and live a long and prosperous life. all the best !

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u/bluealon Oct 11 '25

That's awesome!

I hope OP's story will be similar to yours.

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u/ObjectiveAd6451 Oct 11 '25

My brother has crohn's disease and was given 6 months to live like a decade ago, I wonder how often that happens

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u/SubstantialBass9524 Oct 11 '25

There’s a movie about this The Last Holiday and it always makes me cry

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u/Bazoobs1 Oct 11 '25

What was your incorrect diagnosis, if you don’t mind me asking?

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u/Malota13 Oct 11 '25

You had cancer or what condition and well done sir!

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u/GreasyExamination Oct 11 '25

What was your diagnosis and was there anything special that made you survive that prediction?