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Few things in life are more difficult to beat than cancer, but as you can see from this inspiring before-and-after list compiled by Bored Panda, if there's one thing tougher than cancer, it's these guys.

All of the cancer survivors in the pictures below have suffered from and triumphed against, one of the leading causes of death in the world. Some of them were only children when they first received their diagnosis, while others were already adults. Some were only given months to live before starting their cancer treatments, and others had a 90% chance of dying even after a course of chemotherapy. But whether they were battling ovarian cancer, brain tumors, Burkitt leukemia, or Rhabdomyosarcoma cancer, these brave cancer patients never gave up Reminding us all of the tremendous power of the human spirit. Now scroll down below and check their amazing recoveries and well-deserved happy endings!

#1

4 Fights Against Cancer. 4 Surgeries, 55 Chemotherapies, 28 Radiation Treatments, And I Survived

4 Fights Against Cancer. 4 Surgeries, 55 Chemotherapies, 28 Radiation Treatments, And I Survived

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    #2

    First And Last Day Of 1st Grade - She Kicked Cancers Ass

    First And Last Day Of 1st Grade - She Kicked Cancers Ass

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    #4

    F*ck Cancer - I Won

    F*ck Cancer - I Won

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    #5

    Today, I Am Officially 10 Years Cancer Free! Here Is A Before And After Photo To Show How Far I've Come. Kicking Cancer's Ass 10 Years And Counting

    Today, I Am Officially 10 Years Cancer Free! Here Is A Before And After Photo To Show How Far I've Come. Kicking Cancer's Ass 10 Years And Counting

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    #6

    Sophia Kicked Cancer In The Butt 3 Years Ago And She's Still Healthy

    Sophia Kicked Cancer In The Butt 3 Years Ago And She's Still Healthy

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    coffee zombie
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad to see kids going through chemo they barely understand what's going. The after pic is so cute tho

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    #7

    Missing The Hair, Not The Brain Tumor. Here's To One Week Cancer-Free!

    Missing The Hair, Not The Brain Tumor. Here's To One Week Cancer-Free!

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    #8

    In 1999 I Was Diagnosed With Stage 4b Burkitts Leukemia. I Had A 90% Chance Of Dying, So We (My Parents And I) Opted To Try An Experimental Chemotherapy Regiment. It Worked! Today I'm 14 Years Cancer Free

    In 1999 I Was Diagnosed With Stage 4b Burkitts Leukemia. I Had A 90% Chance Of Dying, So We (My Parents And I) Opted To Try An Experimental Chemotherapy Regiment. It Worked! Today I'm 14 Years Cancer Free

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    Andrew Keane
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In this case I wonder is that experimental treatment considered common place now, or some thing that was made to disappear.

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    #9

    3-Year-Old Rylie, 6-Year-Old Rheann, And 4-Year-Old Ainsley Recreated Their Viral Photo 3 Years Later. All The Girls Are Now Cancer Free

    3-Year-Old Rylie, 6-Year-Old Rheann, And 4-Year-Old Ainsley Recreated Their Viral Photo 3 Years Later. All The Girls Are Now Cancer Free

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    #10

    Exactly One Year Ago To The Day... Stage IV Rhabdomyosarcoma Cancer Survivor. 19 Years Old. Was Given Three Months To Live, 14 Months Later I Am Clear Of Cancer

    Exactly One Year Ago To The Day... Stage IV Rhabdomyosarcoma Cancer Survivor. 19 Years Old. Was Given Three Months To Live, 14 Months Later I Am Clear Of Cancer

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    #11

    14 Rounds Of Chemo, 30 Radiations And 4 Surgeries. My Little Boy Is Cancer Free And Doing Well. Pic From His Last Surgery And Now

    14 Rounds Of Chemo, 30 Radiations And 4 Surgeries. My Little Boy Is Cancer Free And Doing Well. Pic From His Last Surgery And Now

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    #12

    Same Date, Same Place, 2 Years Later. Everyday Is A Blessing And I'm Consistently Grateful

    Same Date, Same Place, 2 Years Later. Everyday Is A Blessing And I'm Consistently Grateful

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    #13

    16 Years Ago I Left Hospital For Good, Never Thought I'd See The Day But With My Courage And Strength I Made It

    16 Years Ago I Left Hospital For Good, Never Thought I'd See The Day But With My Courage And Strength I Made It

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    Isabel Tamayo
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry but may I ask about the left foot? Is it because of cancer? The after pic looks so good though! I hope you continuously enjoy life :)

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    #14

    What A Difference A Few Months Makes

    What A Difference A Few Months Makes

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    #15

    I'll Never Forget Who I Was, Where I Have Come From, All The Hard Work, The Painful, Yet Enlightening Growth Process In Becoming The Woman I Am Today. 2 Years Cancer Free

    I'll Never Forget Who I Was, Where I Have Come From, All The Hard Work, The Painful, Yet Enlightening Growth Process In Becoming The Woman I Am Today. 2 Years Cancer Free

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    TheRubyFalcon
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am amazed by the after pic. Beautiful, and about 100 times more coordinated and athletic than me.

    #16

    1 Year Post Chemo. This Time Last Year I Had Completed My 6th & Final Cycle Of Chemo

    1 Year Post Chemo. This Time Last Year I Had Completed My 6th & Final Cycle Of Chemo

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    #17

    Same Smile 2 Years Apart, One During Chemo And The Other On Our Wedding Day! Happy To Be Cancerfree For 2 Years Now, 3 More To Go!

    Same Smile 2 Years Apart, One During Chemo And The Other On Our Wedding Day! Happy To Be Cancerfree For 2 Years Now, 3 More To Go!

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    Isabel Tamayo
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never let cancer make you forget how to smile. This is just so happy :)

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    #18

    Me In Late 2013 When I Was Battling Cancer And Me Currently

    Me In Late 2013 When I Was Battling Cancer And Me Currently

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    #19

    Cancer Didn't Win In 2001 So Now We Glowing In 2017

    Cancer Didn't Win In 2001 So Now We Glowing In 2017

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    #20

    Then And Now! Survived Cancer And Highschool

    Then And Now! Survived Cancer And Highschool

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    #21

    One Year Ago I Had No Choice But To Shave Off My Hair Because It Was Falling Out Because Of Chemotherapy. But Here I Am 8 Months Post Chemo With Crazy Chemo Curls

    One Year Ago I Had No Choice But To Shave Off My Hair Because It Was Falling Out Because Of Chemotherapy. But Here I Am 8 Months Post Chemo With Crazy Chemo Curls

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    #22

    Blessed To Be Celebrating 8 Years Cancer Free!

    Blessed To Be Celebrating 8 Years Cancer Free!

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    #23

    Eyelashes & Eyebrows Are Fully Back And The Hair Is Almost An Inch!

    Eyelashes & Eyebrows Are Fully Back And The Hair Is Almost An Inch!

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    #25

    Recently Broke The 2-Year Milestone. Ovarian Cancer Can Happen To Young People Too. Lack Of Awareness Nearly Screwed Me Over, I Was Very Lucky

    Recently Broke The 2-Year Milestone. Ovarian Cancer Can Happen To Young People Too. Lack Of Awareness Nearly Screwed Me Over, I Was Very Lucky

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    #27

    5 Years Cancer Free!!! Very Long Journey

    5 Years Cancer Free!!! Very Long Journey

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    #28

    Wow!!! I've Come A Long Way Baby! That Bald Picture Was Taken In December 2016 And Look At Me Now

    Wow!!! I've Come A Long Way Baby! That Bald Picture Was Taken In December 2016 And Look At Me Now

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    #29

    An Update On My Beard. 10 Months Cancer Free!

    An Update On My Beard. 10 Months Cancer Free!

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    #31

    I Was Diagnosed With Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma At The Age Of 10 Years Old. Now I'm 14 , Cancer Free, Happy And Healthy!

    I Was Diagnosed With Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma At The Age Of 10 Years Old. Now I'm 14 , Cancer Free, Happy And Healthy!

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    #33

    At Just 5 Years Old My Daughter Makayla Won Her Battle With Brain Cancer

    At Just 5 Years Old My Daughter Makayla Won Her Battle With Brain Cancer

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    #34

    Breast Cancer Survivor

    Breast Cancer Survivor

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    PyroKitty
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who have alopecia or cancer (or have had cancer), do things get in your eyes a lot with no eyelashes?

    #35

    About A Year Ago Today I Had Finished Chemo And My Hair Just Started To Grow Back. Funny How Much Things Can Change In A Year!

    About A Year Ago Today I Had Finished Chemo And My Hair Just Started To Grow Back. Funny How Much Things Can Change In A Year!

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    It's Kinda Hard To Believe This Was Just A Few Months Ago. I Was In The Middle Of Chemo. Now, 10 Months Later, I'm Cancerfree

    It's Kinda Hard To Believe This Was Just A Few Months Ago. I Was In The Middle Of Chemo. Now, 10 Months Later, I'm Cancerfree

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    Marceline
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see you did acupuncture too! Very well! Beautiful woman with a beautiful baby!!

    #37

    Two Years Ago Today I Was Told I Had Cancer. But Life After Cancer Is Very Difficult Mentally And Physically Too

    Two Years Ago Today I Was Told I Had Cancer. But Life After Cancer Is Very Difficult Mentally And Physically Too

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    Isabel Tamayo
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But you'll get through with it. You're beautiful and most especially, STRONG!

    #38

    10 Years Cancer Free! 12 To 22-Years-Old, In The Midst Of Death, To My Wedding Day

    10 Years Cancer Free! 12 To 22-Years-Old, In The Midst Of Death, To My Wedding Day

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    #39

    It's Official. This Time I Am Actually 1 Year Cancer Free! This Is The First Time In 3+ Years That I Am Able To Say I Am Clear For 365 Days

    It's Official. This Time I Am Actually 1 Year Cancer Free! This Is The First Time In 3+ Years That I Am Able To Say I Am Clear For 365 Days

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    #40

    Nearly 13 Years Cancer Free

    Nearly 13 Years Cancer Free

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    #42

    Dylan Has Been N.E.D. (No Evidence Of Disease) And Cancer Free For 1 Entire Year. It Is His "Cancerversary"

    Dylan Has Been N.E.D. (No Evidence Of Disease) And Cancer Free For 1 Entire Year. It Is His "Cancerversary"

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    #43

    1 Month Of Hair Growth. Still Not Feeling 100% But Getting Better

    1 Month Of Hair Growth. Still Not Feeling 100% But Getting Better

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    #44

    Chemo Hair Is A Funny Old Thing, You Are So Desperate To Get Locks On Your Baldie But Every Few Months You Need To Learn How To Style A New Do

    Chemo Hair Is A Funny Old Thing, You Are So Desperate To Get Locks On Your Baldie But Every Few Months You Need To Learn How To Style A New Do

    cancerwithasmile Report

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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you look amazing in both pics, so rocking the new dos doesn't seem to be very hard for you!

    #45

    Hard To Believe That On August 25th, It Will Be 3 Years Since I Said Goodbye To Cancer. This Image Was Taken Shortly After My Double Mastectomy

    Hard To Believe That On August 25th, It Will Be 3 Years Since I Said Goodbye To Cancer. This Image Was Taken Shortly After My Double Mastectomy

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    #46

    Seven Year Old Claire Has Come Such A Long Way, And We Couldn't Be More Proud Of Her. She Fought Ewing's Sarcoma And Won! Cancer Messed With The Wrong Girl

    Seven Year Old Claire Has Come Such A Long Way, And We Couldn't Be More Proud Of Her. She Fought Ewing's Sarcoma And Won! Cancer Messed With The Wrong Girl

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    #47

    What A Difference 9 Months Makes

    What A Difference 9 Months Makes

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    #49

    Here's My Little Friend Before And After Cancer

    Here's My Little Friend Before And After Cancer

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    Mina Molnar
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's just amazing, how many of you guys are still laughing and smiling while sitting in those sad hospital-rooms and fighting for your life. You all can be so proud!!

    #50

    10 Years Cancer Free Today And I Feel Absolutely Blessed. It's Been A Long Journey But Life Keeps Getting Better

    10 Years Cancer Free Today And I Feel Absolutely Blessed. It's Been A Long Journey But Life Keeps Getting Better

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    #51

    What A Difference A Year Makes. My Baby Is Year Cancer Free!

    What A Difference A Year Makes. My Baby Is Year Cancer Free!

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    #52

    Incredible How Time Flies. Cancer Free For 2 Years Now

    Incredible How Time Flies. Cancer Free For 2 Years Now

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    #53

    I Cannot Believe This Was Me A Year Ago. A Year Ago Was When I Completed My Last Cycle Of Chemo

    I Cannot Believe This Was Me A Year Ago. A Year Ago Was When I Completed My Last Cycle Of Chemo

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    #54

    It Has Been One Year Since My Last Chemo. So It's Been One Year Of Hair Growth As Well

    It Has Been One Year Since My Last Chemo. So It's Been One Year Of Hair Growth As Well

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    #55

    Then And Now, Cancer Made Me Who I Am. I've Come So Far. The Pain And Memories Are Still There But I'm Stronger Now

    Then And Now, Cancer Made Me Who I Am. I've Come So Far. The Pain And Memories Are Still There But I'm Stronger Now

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    #56

    What An Incredible Difference A Year Can Make. Forever Blessed And Thankful!

    What An Incredible Difference A Year Can Make. Forever Blessed And Thankful!

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    #57

    5 Years Cancer-Free

    5 Years Cancer-Free

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    #58

    Enjoying A Spring Evening At The Ballpark With The Mariner Moose. 1103 Days Cancer Free

    Enjoying A Spring Evening At The Ballpark With The Mariner Moose. 1103 Days Cancer Free

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    #59

    My Wife And I Have Our Boys In Boubonnais For Bearscamp With A Cancer Free Ryan

    My Wife And I Have Our Boys In Boubonnais For Bearscamp With A Cancer Free Ryan

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    #60

    My Hard Work Has Paid Off And I Have Lost 20 Pounds Since Finishing Chemotherapy. Chemo For Breast Cancer Causes Weight Gain Because Of The Steroids

    My Hard Work Has Paid Off And I Have Lost 20 Pounds Since Finishing Chemotherapy. Chemo For Breast Cancer Causes Weight Gain Because Of The Steroids

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    #61

    Cancer Free!

    Cancer Free!

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    #62

    Me In February Of This Year And Me 6 Months Later

    Me In February Of This Year And Me 6 Months Later

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    #63

    Before And After Beating Cancer

    Before And After Beating Cancer

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    #64

    8 Years Cancer Free And Enjoying Life At College

    8 Years Cancer Free And Enjoying Life At College

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    #65

    I Beat Cancer. During And After Picture Of Me. I Was Diagnosed With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

    I Beat Cancer. During And After Picture Of Me. I Was Diagnosed With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

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    #66

    Cancer Diagnoses Was 11 Months Ago. Spent ~5 Months Of The Last Year In The Hospital. After My Stem Cell Transplant I Am Finally Cancer Free And Beard Full Once Again!

    Cancer Diagnoses Was 11 Months Ago. Spent ~5 Months Of The Last Year In The Hospital. After My Stem Cell Transplant I Am Finally Cancer Free And Beard Full Once Again!

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    #67

    1 Year Ago My Mom Became Cancer Free

    1 Year Ago My Mom Became Cancer Free

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    #68

    I Was Diagnosed With Primary Mediestinal Large B Cell Lymphoma. I Was Told That If I Don't Take Chemotheraphy I Will Be Dead In Two Weeks. Now I Am Cancer Free For 2.5 Years!

    I Was Diagnosed With Primary Mediestinal Large B Cell Lymphoma. I Was Told That If I Don't Take Chemotheraphy I Will Be Dead In Two Weeks. Now I Am Cancer Free For 2.5 Years!

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    Andrew Keane
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    7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing when you see the timeframe some people had to work with to survive and scary at the same time.

    #69

    Glad To Have Hair Again

    Glad To Have Hair Again

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    #70

    One Year Hair Growth. 15 Months Cancer-Free

    One Year Hair Growth. 15 Months Cancer-Free

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    #71

    What A Difference A Year Makes!

    What A Difference A Year Makes!

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