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Ben Sasse Details Tumor Shrinkage and Harsh Side Effects in Frank Cancer Interview

A candid podcast conversation spotlights his response to an experimental drug still under study.

Overview

  • Sasse, who spoke on a New York Times podcast Thursday, said he is about 99 days past his three-to-four-month prognosis.
  • He is in an MD Anderson trial of daraxonrasib from Revolution Medicines, reporting a 76% drop in tumor volume and about 80% less pain.
  • He described severe side effects, including impaired skin regrowth and bleeding that left dried blood on his face.
  • He said the cancer has spread too widely to be cured even with the drug’s early gains.
  • He reflected on the weight of missing his children’s milestones and said his Christian faith gives him peace.