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Gordon Ramsay Issues Heartbreaking Diagnosis, And We Are In Tears
Globally, there is increasing worry about skin cancer. Gordon Ramsay, a celebrity chef, is also trying to bring attention to the problem.
To learn more about his story, continue reading.
Before they reach the age of 70, one in five Americans will get skin cancer. In the United States, approximately 9,500 persons receive a diagnosis annually.
One of the most deadly types of cancer, albeit not the only one, is melanoma.
On Saturday, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay announced on Instagram that he had surgery to remove a skin cancer called basal cell carcinoma.
On social media, he posted a photo of a bandage covering his jaw, just below his ear. There were more sutures visible beneath the gauze in another image.
He wrote in the caption, “Grateful and so appreciative for the incredible team at The Skin Associates and their fast reactive work on removing this Basal Cell Carcinoma thank you!”
He further added, “Please don’t forget your sunscreen this weekend. I promise you it’s not a face lift! I’d need a refund.”
Cancer Research UK wrote in the comments as well, saying, “Glad to hear you’re doing well, Gordon, and thanks for raising awareness of how important it is to stay safe in the sun. Seek shade, cover up, and apply sunscreen regularly and generously.”
According to the Mayo Clinic, basal cell carcinoma typically first manifests as a “slightly transparent bump on the skin.” It usually shows up on parts of the skin like the head and neck that receive the most sunshine exposure.
Cancer typically manifests as a visible alteration to the skin, like a growth or an unhealing sore. Gordon Ramsay has previously shared information about his health on social media. Ramsay shared on social media last year about a bike mishap that left him with multiple injuries while he was in Connecticut.
“You know how much I love cycling and triathlons and Ironman (races) etc and this week, unfortunately, I had a really bad accident and it really shook me and honestly I’m lucky to be here,” Ramsay said about the accident at the time.
“Those incredible trauma surgeons, doctors, nurses in the hospitals looked after me this week, they were amazing but honestly, you’ve got to wear helmets.”
Ramsay further said of his accident, “I don’t care how short the journey is. I don’t care… these helmets cost money, but they’re crucial, even with a kid’s short journey, they’ve got to wear a helmet now.”
“I’m lucky to be standing here. I’m in pain. It’s been a brutal week. And I’m sort of getting through it,” he had said.
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