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YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors noticed an unusual mark during a routine check up

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YouTuber Ninja (pictured) was diagnosed with cancer at age 32 after doctors noticed an unusual mark during a routine checkup.

YouTuber Ninja was diagnosed with cancer at age 32 after doctors noticed an unusual mark during a routine checkup.

The Illinois professional player, also known as Tyler Blevins, revealed that he is battling skin cancer in X last night.

The 32-year-old said that during a routine checkup that his wife Jessica urged him to go for, doctors noticed a mole on the bottom of his foot. The mole was later identified as melanoma, which is cancerous and the third most common type of skin cancer.

The Fortnite player wrote: ‘Alright, I’m still a little in shock, but I want to keep you all updated. A few weeks ago I went to a dermatologist for an annual skin and mole check that Jess proactively scheduled for me.

‘There was a mole on the bottom of my foot that they wanted to remove just to be careful. “It turned out to be melanoma, but they are optimistic that we caught it in the early stages.”

YouTuber Ninja (pictured) was diagnosed with cancer at age 32 after doctors noticed an unusual mark during a routine checkup.

YouTuber Ninja (pictured) was diagnosed with cancer at age 32 after doctors noticed an unusual mark during a routine checkup.

The 32-year-old (right) said that during a routine checkup that his wife Jessica (left) urged him to attend, doctors noticed a mole on the bottom of his foot. The mole was later identified as melanoma, which is cancerous and the third most common type of skin cancer.

The 32-year-old (right) said that during a routine checkup that his wife Jessica (left) urged him to attend, doctors noticed a mole on the bottom of his foot. The mole was later identified as melanoma, which is cancerous and the third most common type of skin cancer.

The 32-year-old (right) said that during a routine checkup that his wife Jessica (left) urged him to attend, doctors noticed a mole on the bottom of his foot. The mole was later identified as melanoma, which is cancerous and the third most common type of skin cancer.

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1711560542 763 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

He added: “I had another dark spot appear nearby, so today they did a biopsy and removed a larger area around the melanoma in the hope that under the microscope they will see clear edges that are not melanoma and we will know we have it.”

“I’m grateful to have hope to find this early, but take it as a PSA for getting skin checks.”

The shocking news about Ninja’s cancer was followed by an outpouring of well wishes from other internet personalities and fans on social media.

Fellow gamer and streamer SypherPK commented: ‘Hoping for the best. Much love to Jess for being proactive too.”

Jack Dunlop, also known as CouRage on YouTube, wrote: “Love you bro.” Praying for you.’

Also popular in the Fortnite community are Nick Eh 30, who told Ninja he was “sending him the best vibes,” and Pluto V2, who added, “Praying for you, Tyler.” (Well done) Jess for making them see it.’

Another streamer, DansGaming, said: ‘I’m glad you caught it early! This same procedure would have saved my mother’s life if it had been caught in time.’

Popular streamer Jordan Payton, also known as LEGIQN, said: ‘Pray is fast and they get rid of it easily!

“You’ve got this and good for Jess for keeping up with the checkups.”

Twitch content creator Jake’n’Bake wrote: ‘Thanks for keeping people in the loop. And he hopes that everything could have been removed without further problems.’

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1711560542 97 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

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1711560543 313 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

Other content creators shared their own experiences with melanoma in Ninja's post on X.

Other content creators shared their own experiences with melanoma in Ninja's post on X.

Other content creators shared their own experiences with melanoma in Ninja’s post on X.

By discussing his diagnosis online, the player inspired some users to check their own brands.

By discussing his diagnosis online, the player inspired some users to check their own brands.

By discussing his diagnosis online, the player inspired some users to check their own brands.

Jake also revealed that he recently had his own experience with cancer, adding: “I recently had basal cell carcinoma removed from my scalp and am now trying to stay on top of routine skin checks.” Everyone use your sunscreen!’

Influencer Lex, also known by her username Madeyewlook, also talked about having melanoma.

She commented: ‘I had melanoma on my lower back a few years ago, it’s VERY scary to hear. Areas that do not receive sun and have moles are sports that need to be paid special attention to.

‘It’s funny, I wanted mine removed from my lower back just because it was in the center of my body and it was driving me crazy. Good thing.’

‘About three years ago they took it away from my face. Very scary scenes, but now I have an incredible scar, it almost looks like a battle wound. Prayers for you,” streamer DunkinHonut said.

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1711560543 770 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

Ninja told his fans: “I’m grateful to have hope to find this early, but take this as a public service announcement to get your skin checked.”

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1711560544 415 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

Ninja (pictured) inspired others by sharing his diagnosis. Streamer AstroAceTV said: “I’ve had one for a few years and this makes me want to get it checked out now because it’s better to know than not.” Thanks for (raising) awareness, sending you all the good vibes, Ninja.”

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1711560544 680 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

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1711560544 770 YouTuber Ninja is diagnosed with cancer aged 32 after doctors

Ninja Inspired Others to Have Doctors Check Their Own Moles Regularly

Ninja Inspired Others to Have Doctors Check Their Own Moles Regularly

Ninja Inspired Others to Have Doctors Check Their Own Moles Regularly

Celebrities who have also been diagnosed with malignant melanoma include Hugh Jackman, Khloe Kardashian, Bob Marley, Andy Cohen, Diane Keaton, Ewan McGregor, Molly-Mae Hague, Caitlyn Jenner and Teddi Mellencamp.

By talking about his diagnosis online, Ninja inspired some users to check out their own brands.

Streamer AstroAceTV said: “I’ve had one for a few years and this makes me want to get it checked out now because it’s better to know than not.” Thanks for (raising) awareness, sending you all the good vibes, Ninja.”

‘I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I have never even considered a skin check. I hope others like me take this as a valuable lesson and talk to our doctors about it,” wrote a user named Luck.

What is malignant melanoma?

Malignant melanoma is a severe form of skin cancer that begins in melanocytes, cells found in the top layer of the skin that produce melanin, which gives the skin its color.

While it is less common than other types of skin cancer, it is more dangerous due to its ability to spread to other organs more quickly if not treated at an early stage.

Symptoms

A new mole or a change in an existing mole may be signs of melanoma.

Melanomas can appear anywhere on the body, but are most common in areas that are often exposed to the sun.

Some rarer types may affect the eyes, soles of the feet, palms of the hands, or genitals.

Check your skin for unusual changes. Use a mirror or ask a partner or friend to check areas you can’t see.

In particular, look for:

  • Moles with uneven shape or edges.
  • Polka dots with mixed colors
  • Large moles: Melanomas are usually more than 6 mm wide.
  • Moles that change size, shape, or color over time.

Causes

Ultraviolet (UV) light is the most common cause of melanoma. It comes from the sun and is used in sun loungers.

Melanoma is more common in older people, but younger people can get it too.

You are also more likely to get melanoma if you have:

  • Pale skin that burns easily in the sun.
  • Red or blonde hair
  • Blue or green eyes
  • A large number of freckles or moles.
  • He has been exposed to the sun a lot and has suffered many sunburns in the past.
  • Use the sun loungers a lot.
  • A history of skin cancer in your family or have had skin cancer before

If you have black or brown skin, you are less likely to get melanoma, but you can still get it.

Prevention

Staying safe in the sun is the best way to reduce your chances of getting skin cancer (both melanoma and non-melanoma).

Do the following:

  • Stay out of the sun during the hottest hours of the day.
  • Keep your arms and legs covered and wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses that provide protection from ultraviolet (UV) rays.
  • Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 and UVA protection of at least 4 stars; be sure to reapply it regularly
  • Make sure babies and children are protected from the sun: their skin is much more sensitive than that of adults.

Treatment

Melanoma skin cancer can often be treated. Your treatment will depend on where it is located, whether it has spread, and your general health.

Surgery is the main treatment for melanoma. Sometimes radiation therapy, medications, and chemotherapy are also used.

Surgery may involve removing the melanoma and an area of ​​healthy skin around it, swollen lymph nodes if the cancer has spread to them, and other parts of the body if it has spread to them.

If a large part of the skin needs to be removed, a skin graft may be needed in which relatives could be taken from another part of the body to cover the area where the melanoma was.

Radiation therapy is sometimes used to shrink large melanomas and help control and relieve symptoms.

Targeted medications and immunotherapy are used to treat melanomas that cannot be treated with surgery or that have spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body.

Chemotherapy, which kills cancer cells, is sometimes used to treat advanced melanoma when it has spread to another part of the body. It does not work as well as other treatments, but can be used if you cannot receive them.

How dangerous is it?

Generally for people with melanoma in England:

  • Almost all people (almost 100%) will survive melanoma for 1 year or more after diagnosis.
  • About 90 out of 100 people (about 90%) will survive melanoma for 5 years or more after diagnosis.
  • More than 85 in 100 people (more than 85%) will survive melanoma for 10 years or more after being diagnosed

Sources: NHS, Skin Cancer Foundation and Cancer Research UK

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