Hugh Jackman has undergone treatment for skin cancer at least five times
Hugh Jackman, 54, has been treated for skin cancer at least five times in the past and recently revealed via his Instagram that his basal cell carcinoma may have returned.
The actor uses his networks to raise awareness
The actor has taken to his social networks to raise awareness among his audience to use sunscreen on a daily basis.
He recently wanted to send a message
He has done so through a video in which we can see his bandaged nose and in which he later goes into detail about his current situation.
Two new biopsies have been performed
‘»I wanted you to hear it from me, in case anyone sees me on the street or whatever,» she said in an Instagram Reel. «I just had two biopsies done. I just went to my doctor, Dr. Iron, who’s awesome…and she saw two little things.»
You still have to wait to know the result
«She saw little things, they may or may not be basal cells in her opinion,» he continued. «I’ll know in two or three days, and as soon as I know, I’ll let you know. Just to remind you, basal cell, in the world of skin cancers, is the least dangerous of all.»
Caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer and is usually caused by prolonged exposure to the sun, according to the American Cancer Society.
It is important to know the symptoms
It starts appearing on the upper body, usually on the head, face and neck, and can spread severely if left untreated.
Jackman was first diagnosed in 2013
Jackman has a history with this disease, in 2013 it was also he himself who wanted to share what had happened to him. The actor had cancerous tissue removed from his nose, and since then he has had to have tissue removed on 4 other occasions.
In his youth he never used sunscreen
The actor has attributed the disease to his youth in Australia. Growing up there, where the sun exposure is stronger and without using sunscreen as a youngster, as he himself has confirmed, is what may have enhanced this experience.
The actor wants to raise public awareness
That is why the actor uses his platform as a loudspeaker to raise public awareness about the importance of applying high protection sunscreen whenever you are going to be exposed to the sun.
The importance of sunscreen
«This is all something that happened 25 years ago. It’s coming to light now. Put sunscreen on. You’ll still have an amazing time out there,» Jackman shared.
