Misdiagnosed stomach pain led to terminal cancer diagnosis

Jessica Beasley's fiancé, Dan, 37, was misdiagnosed with a stomach ulcer in March 2024 after experiencing severe stomach pain and vomiting. Despite his symptoms and family history of cancer, doctors did not conduct necessary tests. On December 26, 2024, Dan was admitted to the emergency room, where a CT scan revealed he had stage 4 esophageal cancer. He had lost 60 pounds and was previously misdiagnosed with pancreatitis. Beasley is now focused on spending quality time with their family and supporting their children through this difficult time. She emphasizes the need for earlier cancer screenings, especially for younger patients.