COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCSC) — The former Gamecocks quarterback announced on social media that he has been diagnosed with cancer.
Stephen Garcia was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer after a few days in the emergency room and a battery of tests. Colorectal cancer occurs when cells in the colon or rectum grow uncontrollably, affecting the large intestine.
It is often highly treatable if caught early and can be managed with chemotherapy, surgery or radiation…