Dustin Diamond’s cancer has been diagnosed as stage IV small-cell carcinoma, Us Weekly can confirm.Small-cell carcinoma is an aggressive form of lung cancer.
Treatments for the rare condition, which is commonly caused by smoking, can include surgery if the tumor is small enough, as well as chemotherapy.On January 12, a publicist for the 44-year-old actor confirmed that he was being hospitalized in Florida with an undisclosed illness.
Two days later, the Saved by the Bell alum’s team revealed that he was diagnosed with cancer. “At this time, we can confirm that Dustin does have cancer,” a statement posted on his Facebook page read. “Dustin will disclose more information once it is available and a plan moving forward is made.”His rep later
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