Reggie Davison's family says doctors dismissed his symptoms as acid reflux. (Kirsty Benson / Canc via SWNS)
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(Kirsty Benson / Canc via SWNS)
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Since his brain tumor diagnosis, Reggie Davison has made a remarkable recovery. (Kirsty Benson / Canc via SWNS)
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