DETROIT — Dave Coulier hopped on Instagram on Thursday to give a health update to his followers, revealing a dramatic 45-pound weight loss and a slightly different voice than what "Full House" fans were used to from their beloved Uncle Joey.

"What you're seeing is the side effects of extensive radiation that I went through for carcinoma in my throat," the St. Clair Shores native said in the video.

"I haven't been able to eat solid food in months. And so I've lost 45 pounds, that's what you're seeing, and it's affected my ability to speak. Some of you said I sound differently, so yeah, you're right on with what you're seeing and what you're hearing."

Coulier, 66, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma a year and a half ago and underwent chemotherapy treatment.

Then in December he revealed he was undergoing treatment for tongue cancer, but he said the prognosis looks good for both the carcinoma and his lymphoma.

"We're very pleased with all of that," Coulier said.

The actor said he's been away from social media and has been spending his time creating artwork and doing creative writing, and has been working on creative materials for his store for non-toxic products, AwearMarket.

"Be on the lookout," Coulier said, signing off by saying, "I wish good health to all of you."

Coulier starred on "Full House" as Joey Gladstone for eight seasons from 1987 to 1995.

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