Things are really serious if a health advisory is posted by none other than the actor of Wolverine. The character’s mutation allows him to heal from any disease and injury, but the same can’t be said about us.
This is why Jackman has repeatedly reminded fans about the hazards of skin cancer.
Whenever you think of Hugh Jackman, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Surely it’s the super-tanned and muscular physique of Wolverine? Years down the lane, Jackman’s sacrifices for his characters are catching up to him.
In an Instagram post from three days ago, the actor talked about basal skin carcinoma. He recently underwent two biopsies and explained that skin cancer is suspected.
The 54-year-old stunner also pleaded for everyone to wear high-SPF sunscreens. While discussing basal cell carcinoma being the least dangerous of all skin cancers, he says, “No matter how much you want a tan, trust me.”
His nose stands testament to how stuff that happened decades earlier can still affect you. Ending his video with a heartfelt “Please be safe,” the actor has drawn immediate attention to the issue.
The post was captioned: “I know you’ve heard me talk about my basal cell carcinomas before. I’m going to keep talking about them if need be. And if it reminds even one person to put on sunscreen with a high SPF, then I’m happy.”
What Kind of Skin Cancer Did Hugh Jackman Have?
Hugh Jackman has been suffering from skin cancer since the early 2010s. He has received treatment for basal cell carcinoma multiple times in the past. He first revealed in 2013 that a cancerous growth had been removed from his nose. After his first skin cancer removal, he has had at least six more procedures.
When the cancer was caught for the first time, the actor took to Instagram to thank his wife for spotting it and urging him to get it tested. The actor posted, “I had a cell carcinoma. Please don’t be foolish like me. Get yourself checked. And USE sunscreen!!!”
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What is Basal Skin Carcinoma?
Basal Cell Carcinoma, a type of skin cancer, affects the basal cells (the cells that produce new skin cells as the old ones die off.) It mostly appears on areas of skin that are exposed to the sun often and can appear as a bump on the skin. However, it can also appear on protected parts like the genitals.
Those with basal skin cancer risk recurrence and increased risk of other types of skin cancer. The lesion on the skin can form a cancerous tumor. You can avoid it by using a high-SPF sunscreen, avoiding tanning, and regularly examining the skin.
What Is Hugh Jackman’s Biopsy Result?
Thankfully, Hugh Jackman’s biopsy result came back negative, proving that it was not skin cancer, as suspected before.
The famous actor revealed this joyous news to the world through his Instagram story two days after posting an advisory to fans regarding basal cell carcinoma.
The announcement made fans from all over the world breathe a sigh of relief. His story contained a simple message: “My biopsies came back negative!!!” He also thanked all his fans for the love they have sent to him.
