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John Lennon's son, Julian Lennon, aged 61, has candidly disclosed a health scare on social media after skin cancer was detected by his dermatologist during a routine check-up. Julian took to the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, sharing with his followers a stark warning about the "disturbing images" of the scars resulting from his subsequent operation.
Accompanying the distressing photographs, he penned an explanation: "Hi Folks, Well, here's how this goes... Before I flew to New York from Los Angeles, for Good Morning America, Sirius XM, iHeartRadio and my Fotografiska Q&A Book Signing Event, I went to see, as I usually do when in LA, My lovely Dermatologist - Dr Tess, was the one who caught and operated on My Mole/Skin Cancer, a few years ago, and literally saved My Life."
He further stated, with concern evident in his words: "Anyway, after having just finished GMA, I received a message from Dr Tess, with some urgency to return to Los Angeles, as I had 2 locations on My Skin, Shoulder and Forearm, one of which was Melanoma, that should be operated on ASAP!"
He continued the tale of his arduous journey: "So instead of going home to put my Christmas tree up and happily finish the year off, relaxing at home, I flew directly back to Los Angeles, after all my work in New York was done, and went directly from LAX airport, to surgery, with a surgeon recommended by Dr Tess, who spent several hours cleaning up and operating on me, with large margins, in the hope that we have, at the end of the day - clear margins, which would mean being free from cancer.."
The musician expressed gratitude and cautious optimism after undergoing an urgent operation, saying: "The operation was a success, but we have yet to have the results of the biopsy, which we may not receive before Christmas... First of all, I'm very thankful to Dr Tess and Dr Tim, for being able to coordinate this surgery at such short notice, but for once again, hopefully Saving My Life... One can never be too confident in circumstances like this, but we all believe that Dr Tim has saved the day... So fingers crossed for now."
John also admitted he is hoping for the best possible outcome, which would indeed be a joyous seasonal gift: "Obviously good news, would be the best Christmas present ever... Which I'm hopeful for... But I just want to say, this is also a timely reminder to all, to please get yourself checked out by your doctor.."
He urged everyone to take their health seriously: "It only takes a short while to do so, and you may just be saving your own life, at the end of the day... so please, for the sake of yourself, your family and friends just go to your Dr and do what must be done... I love life and I want to live for a very long time and this is one way, and a choice, that could determine your future... I wish you all happy holidaze and a healthy long life... Love to all."
In response to Julian's post, numerous fans expressed their well-wishes and gratitude for his efforts in raising skin cancer awareness.
One individual commented: "You are a good man. Thank you for sharing your experience. You may have saved another life. Merry Christmas to one of my most favourite artists of all time," Echoing this sentiment, another follower added: "Exactly why we should get checked at least once a year for any skin anomalies. Best of luck and a great Merry Christmas!"
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