Mole/Lesion Check
What is a Mole Check?
We are able to assess up to 5 moles or lesions of your choice by means of digital dermoscopy. Digital dermoscopy is a non-invasive technique used in the early detection of skin cancer. This magnified view provides a detailed image of the internal structure of the lesion, assistingn in the identification of characteristics that may lead to skin cancer.
Digital dermoscopy is used for the assessment of concern moles or lesions. A concerning lesion may present as:
- New or changing.
- Itchy.
- Bleeding.
Before your appointment.
Before attending for your Mole Check, we would ask that you have identify up to five lesions that you would like assessed on the day of your appointment. You will also be required to complete a short consultation/consent form.
If the lesion(s) are on your face, please remove makeup/trim your facial hair so that we are able to image the lesion as closely as possible. We would advise you to have your hair tied back away from the face and neck if the lesion is close to the hairline.
If the lesion(s) on the body, you will be asked to remove any clothing covering the area. It is also important that the skin is as clean and clear as possible, so we would ask the you have no makeup, fake tan, or tinted moisturiser on the area that is to be assessed. We would also ask you to trim back any body hair that is in the area, but you do not need to wax or shave.
If the lesion(s) is under your fingernail or toenail, please remove any nail polish prior to your appointment.
During your appointment
A member of our nurse-led melanograoher team will assess you on the day. They will confirm your details as stated on the consultation form, will ask you to highlight the lesions of concern which will then be demoscoped. These images will be saved to your personal file whcih will allow for doctor analysis and further imaging if necessary. They will also be able to advise you on the best practices in how to keep your skin safe, how to perform self-examinations at home, and what changes or developments in the skin you should look out for.
