‘Logan’s Hugh Jackman Skin Cancer Returns for Sixth time; ‘The Wolverine’s Basal Cell Carcinoma Details Here

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Hugh Jackman had recently posted on Instagram about his basal cell carcinoma, skin cancer being treated for the sixth time. The “Logan” actor opened up about his skin cancer since 2013 his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness said that he should check his abnormal mole as reports had stated that it turned to be skin cancer.

According to Web MD, the actor’s Instagram image post with his nose covered in dressing had a caption, “Another basal cell carcinoma. Thanks to frequent body checks and amazing doctors, all is well.” The 48-year-old actor then advises followers to wear sunscreen. Yet, this isn’t the first time that Hugh is subjected to such treatment for his basal cell carcinoma. The Sydney-born actor’s fifth BCC treatment was done last February 2016.

Hence, the publication’s chief medical editor, Michael Smith, MD advised people that amid the fact that BCC doesn’t spread to other parts of the body, a person mustn’t ignore it due to the fact that it would only hasten the treatment process. In which, BCC would continue to grow if left untreated.

Smith then advised people to stay out of the sun especially during hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. He also advised that people should wear clothes that cover their skin as much as possible. Similar to Hugh’s advice, he also stated that people should wear sunscreen.

Hence, it was reported by Daily Mail that Hugh’s Instagram post about his skin cancer sparked the awareness of people for the skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma through searching it according to Google. BCC was also described another most commonly treated cancer alongside melanoma.

“Redheads, younger patients, patients with lesions on their nose, ear, or eyelid” were described to be people who would be more prone to BCC skin cancer. The early symptoms of Hugh’s BCC were mentioned to be skin areas that appear to be a flat red spot that feels rusty and scaly. A firm red lump that heals but never completely heal and further develops crust or scabs were also described to be its symptoms.

Methods for treatment were described to be factors on its healing were considered as well. Hugh got his BCC treated under Mohs Surgery which was described to be the most effective. Cryotherapy and electrodesiccation and cutter age were the two options.