A live skincare segment on Fox29 took an unexpected turn when dermatologist Dr. Joanna Walker identified Fox29 anchor Mike Jerrick's suspicious skin lesion as basal cell carcinoma. This incident highlighted the importance of regular skin checks for cancer detection. Jerrick, recently seeking treatment for prostate cancer, was surprised by the diagnosis but remained optimistic about his recovery, scheduled for surgery to remove the lesion. Walker emphasized that while basal cell carcinoma is common and treatable, early intervention is critical to prevent further skin damage.
When Dr. Joanna Walker pointed out the suspicious mark on Mike Jerrick's arm during a live segment, it turned out to be basal cell carcinoma.
Dr. Walker explained that although basal cell carcinoma is slow-growing and unlikely to spread, it should be removed before it can damage surrounding healthy skin.
Mike Jerrick expressed shock at the revelation of his diagnosis, stating, 'I never really thought it was going to be skin cancer.'
Following his recent prostate cancer treatment, Jerrick is scheduled for removal of the skin lesion, expressing a positive outlook on his recovery.
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