FAQs

Do I need a GP referral?
No, you can book directly. A doctor’s referral is welcome but not required.

I enjoy getting a tan by taking a holiday abroad every year.I dont want to give it up but I am concerned about the long term effects of too much sun.I have a mole on my face that worries me but I dont want to bother my GP.I would welcome a quick check up.Can you give me some advice without the nagging lectures?

Most of us enjoy the warmth of the sun on our skin.It makes us feel good.By all means enjoy the sun but protect your skin with a good quality sun screen,a higher UV factor the fairer you are, and a wide-brimmed hat ,UVA and UVB sun glasses and dark shirt.Try the Spanish way of life-a long lunch in the shade to avoid the midday sun followed by a ’siesta’. We provide you with up-to date sun advice leaflets to take away and read over a cocktail watching the sun go down….. for peace of mind come in and get that mole checked out!

Is it important to have a full ‘top to toe’ examination when I only have one mole I am concerned about?
Often patients may have a particular mole that is worrying them which may in fact be innocent. During a full examination another mole or lesion that you had not noticed may be found to be suspicious. The nurse will teach you what to look out for. However, you may have individual moles scanned if you wish.

How long will it take to get the results of my Mole Scanning?
Mole Scanning is designed to give you IMMEDIATE REASSURANCE of a non-cancerous mole unlike some Mole Clinics. A colour analysis print out of your moles is given for you to take home or to your GP or Dermatologist for advice on what type of further treatment you may need if your mole is suspicious.

I don’t have any moles but I have something else on my skin that wont heal. Should I come to your Mole scanning Clinic to have it checked out?
Yes, it may not be obvious to you as a melanoma but there are other non-melanoma lesions that may need to be removed by a Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon. If left it may be quite disfiguring. SO IF IN DOUBT CHECK IT OUT!