Travis Barker reveals he had 'precancer of the esophagus' before he quit smoking
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Key Points:
- Travis Barker quit smoking after being diagnosed with precancer of the esophagus, a warning that came from his doctor and close friend, prompting him to stop immediately.
- The Blink-182 drummer revealed he previously struggled with opioid addiction linked to his fear of flying, escalating from occasional use to heavy dependency requiring constant supervision.
- Barker credited a near-fatal 2008 plane crash, which killed three friends, as the turning point that forced him to quit drugs and begin recovery, describing it as his form of rehab.
- He admitted to excessive marijuana use and painkiller abuse before the crash, which led to osteoporosis and a high opioid tolerance, causing him to regain consciousness during surgeries.
- Upon release from the hospital after the crash, Barker discarded all his drugs, even some that were necessary, marking a definitive step in his recovery journey.
