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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

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By *ulieAndBeefCouple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester

Better to be safe than sorry. My dads just been diagnosed with multiple melanoma. He was in the doctors asking about his foot

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By *arpePinguisWoman
over a year ago

Norwich

GET IT CHECKED. Better safe than sorry. Just finished breast cancer treatment and I've got a good 5 year survival chance because I got checked as soon as I felt the lump. Also, possibly dont ask medical advice from random swingers good luck x

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

Get it checked dude. First step might be calling NHS24 and letting them tell you to go get it checked.

If it turns out to just be an insect bite, we can all laugh.

If it’s something nasty, you’ll be glad you got it checked straight away.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man"

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Absolutely get it checked out straight away ... Dr's are good with moles and refer immediately daughter was recently seen by a consultant within 10 days of phoning the Dr

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked "

Fine. Tomorrow then. And I'm going to nag you. Cos I care

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree

100% get it checked. And don’t be fobbed off. I will be checking in to make sure you’ve done it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe. "

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

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By *avie65Man
over a year ago

In the west.

Like everyone else has said get it checked. If your GP surgery works the same way as mine they will ask for some photographs of it to be sent by e-mail.

I did the recently and I was then referred to medical photography.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J"

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed "

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed "

I get that, I'm the same but something like thar can't be ignored.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Better to be safe than sorry. My dads just been diagnosed with multiple melanoma. He was in the doctors asking about his foot "

Sorry to hear that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked "

Not A&E it's not an emergency!!! Dr's will check and refer you very quickly can even remove smaller ones themselves

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London


"I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender "

That’s the thing. Tender is a warning sign. Don’t ignore it.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"GET IT CHECKED. Better safe than sorry. Just finished breast cancer treatment and I've got a good 5 year survival chance because I got checked as soon as I felt the lump. Also, possibly dont ask medical advice from random swingers good luck x"

Fingers crossed for you and this is the place to go for all advice though

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked dude. First step might be calling NHS24 and letting them tell you to go get it checked.

If it turns out to just be an insect bite, we can all laugh.

If it’s something nasty, you’ll be glad you got it checked straight away."

Definitely not a insect bite

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Absolutely get it checked out straight away ... Dr's are good with moles and refer immediately daughter was recently seen by a consultant within 10 days of phoning the Dr "

Wow that was really quick

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked

Fine. Tomorrow then. And I'm going to nag you. Cos I care "

My mum uses that excuse as well, I think she just likes nagging

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. "

yes I've got one and it would appear if you pick it it wont go away so I've left it

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"100% get it checked. And don’t be fobbed off. I will be checking in to make sure you’ve done it!"

I'm going to have to take photos of my online GP thing at this rate

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP. "

I will do tomorrow, it will probably be nothing to worry about

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Like everyone else has said get it checked. If your GP surgery works the same way as mine they will ask for some photographs of it to be sent by e-mail.

I did the recently and I was then referred to medical photography. "

I've already got photos ready

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. "

Its black and conventional mole shaped or not so black but conventional shape, if its an odd shape and very black get it checked

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree


"100% get it checked. And don’t be fobbed off. I will be checking in to make sure you’ve done it!

I'm going to have to take photos of my online GP thing at this rate "

We care x

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

I won't echo what everyone else is telling you.

When I'm with a naked man and see raised moles-especially on their backs or places they might not see easily-I ask if they've had them checked out.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP.

I will do tomorrow, it will probably be nothing to worry about "

You know all of us are going to be on your back until we know you’ve made an appointment now don’t you

I’m sure it’s nothing but better to be safe than sorry.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this."

Yeah I think so, I'm always worried about wasting their time and getting ill going somewhere lots of potentially ill people are waiting

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By *ucyLasticsWoman
over a year ago

North West

Boots do a quick test

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked

Not A&E it's not an emergency!!! Dr's will check and refer you very quickly can even remove smaller ones themselves"

They're pretty good at my one when I've been

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By *ucyLasticsWoman
over a year ago

North West

Boots do a quick test

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By *eaSlutsCouple
over a year ago

Glasgow

It might not be anything to worry about but 100% get it checked. I've had a couple checked for the same reason and they were fine but it's not worth putting it off.

Hopefully all goes OK mate

C x

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

That’s the thing. Tender is a warning sign. Don’t ignore it."

Yeah I Googled, should never ever Google

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked

Fine. Tomorrow then. And I'm going to nag you. Cos I care

My mum uses that excuse as well, I think she just likes nagging "

Oh my god. You just compared me to your mum

Well. OK then.

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By *lik and PaulCouple
over a year ago

Flagrante

I had one checked because Paul kept nagging me to do it....it was bad news...it was removed and all ok now. If I had left it, it may have been a different story.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. yes I've got one and it would appear if you pick it it wont go away so I've left it "

Maybe you should go get it checked as well

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden

PD...I like you. Very much. Always have done. I'd much prefer a 'mole-less' PD.

So get it checked. Please.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"100% get it checked. And don’t be fobbed off. I will be checking in to make sure you’ve done it!

I'm going to have to take photos of my online GP thing at this rate

We care x"

Thank you

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I won't echo what everyone else is telling you.

When I'm with a naked man and see raised moles-especially on their backs or places they might not see easily-I ask if they've had them checked out.

"

That's a good thing to do, you might be a life saver

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP.

I will do tomorrow, it will probably be nothing to worry about

You know all of us are going to be on your back until we know you’ve made an appointment now don’t you

I’m sure it’s nothing but better to be safe than sorry. "

I'd rather be on your back, or you be on your back with me on you

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Boots do a quick test"

Easier for me to use GP as it's just down the road

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"It might not be anything to worry about but 100% get it checked. I've had a couple checked for the same reason and they were fine but it's not worth putting it off.

Hopefully all goes OK mate

C x"

Fingers crossed, I'm getting on now so can't be too careful

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked.

Like now.

Right now.

Or at least tomorrow.

Ffs man

It's Sunday, I'll have to book appointment tomorrow as I'm not sitting in A&E all day to get a mole checked

Fine. Tomorrow then. And I'm going to nag you. Cos I care

My mum uses that excuse as well, I think she just likes nagging

Oh my god. You just compared me to your mum

Well. OK then."

Hey my mum is awesome!!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I had one checked because Paul kept nagging me to do it....it was bad news...it was removed and all ok now. If I had left it, it may have been a different story."

Nice one Paul

Glad you listened and got it checked and removed

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"PD...I like you. Very much. Always have done. I'd much prefer a 'mole-less' PD.

So get it checked. Please. "

I have lots of little ones but only this one that is a worry at the moment, I'm sure it will be fine buddy

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them."

This is when being single is a bad thing, nobody to check you over

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed "

I didn't go the doc's recently because I also only go when I really need to. 12 day hospital stay later, I probably needed to.

Go get it checked fella

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

I didn't go the doc's recently because I also only go when I really need to. 12 day hospital stay later, I probably needed to.

Go get it checked fella "

You ok now though buddy?

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London


"I won't echo what everyone else is telling you.

When I'm with a naked man and see raised moles-especially on their backs or places they might not see easily-I ask if they've had them checked out.

That's a good thing to do, you might be a life saver "

I'm a worrier, and can't help myself.

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London


"Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them.

This is when being single is a bad thing, nobody to check you over "

I provide a thorough service

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I won't echo what everyone else is telling you.

When I'm with a naked man and see raised moles-especially on their backs or places they might not see easily-I ask if they've had them checked out.

That's a good thing to do, you might be a life saver

I'm a worrier, and can't help myself. "

Same, more so about other people than myself

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them.

This is when being single is a bad thing, nobody to check you over

I provide a thorough service "

On the NHS?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP.

I will do tomorrow, it will probably be nothing to worry about

You know all of us are going to be on your back until we know you’ve made an appointment now don’t you

I’m sure it’s nothing but better to be safe than sorry.

I'd rather be on your back, or you be on your back with me on you "

This is a serious subject PD

If you get it checked , that could be arranged though

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"If you’re feeling worried about it definitely go and get it checked out like ASAP.

I will do tomorrow, it will probably be nothing to worry about

You know all of us are going to be on your back until we know you’ve made an appointment now don’t you

I’m sure it’s nothing but better to be safe than sorry.

I'd rather be on your back, or you be on your back with me on you

This is a serious subject PD

If you get it checked , that could be arranged though "

I know, I'm very serious about getting you horizontal

I will get it checked

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

I didn't go the doc's recently because I also only go when I really need to. 12 day hospital stay later, I probably needed to.

Go get it checked fella

You ok now though buddy? "

Back in in a couple of weeks for op number two but doing ok cheers

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By *ornycougaWoman
over a year ago

NORWAY Wherever I lay my hat

PD get it checked. I had one that worried me but I convinced myself it was OK so left it. Got itchy and crusty. Finally went to my GP after 2 years. Then it appeared to get better so I nearly cancelled the dermatology appointment that I had to wait another 4 months for as I was sure I was wasting their time. Was told it's a carcinoma that needs urgently removing. I still don't know the impact of my prevarication. Moral of this tale is... Don't fuck about with your health. It is probably nothing or it could be something that will be fine if you catch it soon enough. Contact your GP in the morning x

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales

Get it checked or I will be over that mountain and drag you myself.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"No harm in getting it checked just to be safe.

I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

I didn't go the doc's recently because I also only go when I really need to. 12 day hospital stay later, I probably needed to.

Go get it checked fella

You ok now though buddy?

Back in in a couple of weeks for op number two but doing ok cheers "

Good luck buddy

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By *weetiepie99Woman
over a year ago

cardiff

I echo all of the above. I had one on my top arm, it looked a bit different than usual so went to docs. Turned out to be melanoma in situ. Had it removed in hospital as an outpatient...really quick and simple. Go!!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"PD get it checked. I had one that worried me but I convinced myself it was OK so left it. Got itchy and crusty. Finally went to my GP after 2 years. Then it appeared to get better so I nearly cancelled the dermatology appointment that I had to wait another 4 months for as I was sure I was wasting their time. Was told it's a carcinoma that needs urgently removing. I still don't know the impact of my prevarication. Moral of this tale is... Don't fuck about with your health. It is probably nothing or it could be something that will be fine if you catch it soon enough. Contact your GP in the morning x"

Yeah that's the thing as you just never know, I looked in better light earlier and half of it is definitely darker than the rest

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By *nkyCplCouple
over a year ago

Northampton


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. "

I’ve got a few moles and like others have said get it checked STAT!

Just not worth the risk. Fingers crossed for a healthy note from the doc though dude, it’s massively worrying so sending good vibes.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked or I will be over that mountain and drag you myself. "

I'll wait for you by the waterfall

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I echo all of the above. I had one on my top arm, it looked a bit different than usual so went to docs. Turned out to be melanoma in situ. Had it removed in hospital as an outpatient...really quick and simple. Go!!"

Yeah if they get it early it's just a matter of cutting it off

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

I’ve got a few moles and like others have said get it checked STAT!

Just not worth the risk. Fingers crossed for a healthy note from the doc though dude, it’s massively worrying so sending good vibes."

Thank you, fingers crossed all is ok

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales


"Get it checked or I will be over that mountain and drag you myself.

I'll wait for you by the waterfall "

I've heard about that waterfall

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked or I will be over that mountain and drag you myself.

I'll wait for you by the waterfall

I've heard about that waterfall "

It's where all the fun happens

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By *weetiepie99Woman
over a year ago

cardiff


"I echo all of the above. I had one on my top arm, it looked a bit different than usual so went to docs. Turned out to be melanoma in situ. Had it removed in hospital as an outpatient...really quick and simple. Go!!

Yeah if they get it early it's just a matter of cutting it off"

It really is, was a very quick referral, in hosp the next week and out within the hour or so!! And i got a cup of tea and a biscuit!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I echo all of the above. I had one on my top arm, it looked a bit different than usual so went to docs. Turned out to be melanoma in situ. Had it removed in hospital as an outpatient...really quick and simple. Go!!

Yeah if they get it early it's just a matter of cutting it off

It really is, was a very quick referral, in hosp the next week and out within the hour or so!! And i got a cup of tea and a biscuit!"

I always take my own in travel mug

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By *weetiepie99Woman
over a year ago

cardiff


"I echo all of the above. I had one on my top arm, it looked a bit different than usual so went to docs. Turned out to be melanoma in situ. Had it removed in hospital as an outpatient...really quick and simple. Go!!

Yeah if they get it early it's just a matter of cutting it off

It really is, was a very quick referral, in hosp the next week and out within the hour or so!! And i got a cup of tea and a biscuit!

I always take my own in travel mug "

Ah, i think i may from now on. Always need a cup of tea in situations like this!!

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender "

So I discovered that moles can appear at any time. I'm overly cautious because I have had a Basel Cell Carcinoma (the none malignant skin cancer) removed from my arm.

I started with a tender itchy lump that turns into a smooth round brown mole over about a week.

Made an appointment with my doc and was given the all clear and was reassured that they can happen the itch, tenderness etc was all normal and given it was smooth and pretty symmetrical it was all good.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

So I discovered that moles can appear at any time. I'm overly cautious because I have had a Basel Cell Carcinoma (the none malignant skin cancer) removed from my arm.

I started with a tender itchy lump that turns into a smooth round brown mole over about a week.

Made an appointment with my doc and was given the all clear and was reassured that they can happen the itch, tenderness etc was all normal and given it was smooth and pretty symmetrical it was all good. "

I'll find out soon myself, I have lots of small normal looking ones but this one is bigger

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By *tsalwaysthequietonesCouple
over a year ago

Lancs

I'm covered head to toe in freckles and some are moles, i've had them since I was little but some have changed shape/ colour /become raised and much bigger, I got referred to the hospital to get them checked out as my dad had skin cancer a while ago and was made to feel like I was wasting their time, I was told straight away that they couldn't remove them for cosmetic purposes when the thought hadn't even crossed mu mind, I came out being told I was fine but at the same time feeling like a complete idiot.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. "

Get it checked. There’s a mole checking service at boots that’s fast and affordable. Alternatively go to your gp and they’ll refer you to a skin clinic, but that takes a while (took me 3 weeks).

Deffo get it looked at, but also don’t panic. The majority of the time it’s nothing. Good luck

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I'm covered head to toe in freckles and some are moles, i've had them since I was little but some have changed shape/ colour /become raised and much bigger, I got referred to the hospital to get them checked out as my dad had skin cancer a while ago and was made to feel like I was wasting their time, I was told straight away that they couldn't remove them for cosmetic purposes when the thought hadn't even crossed mu mind, I came out being told I was fine but at the same time feeling like a complete idiot. "

Well this makes me not want to get it looked at

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

Get it checked. There’s a mole checking service at boots that’s fast and affordable. Alternatively go to your gp and they’ll refer you to a skin clinic, but that takes a while (took me 3 weeks).

Deffo get it looked at, but also don’t panic. The majority of the time it’s nothing. Good luck "

It's probably absolutely nothing to worry about

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By *ustBoWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in Co. Down


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender "

The fact it is raised is enough reason to get it checked. I had one on my back and I noticed one day it was raised and yes it ended up being cancerous. And I had it removed it and spread at that point and I had to have more skin removed but I was lucky it had spread out and not in. If I had left it longer it could easily have started to spread inwards and would have been a lot more serious. So yes go get it checked out asap.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

The fact it is raised is enough reason to get it checked. I had one on my back and I noticed one day it was raised and yes it ended up being cancerous. And I had it removed it and spread at that point and I had to have more skin removed but I was lucky it had spread out and not in. If I had left it longer it could easily have started to spread inwards and would have been a lot more serious. So yes go get it checked out asap. "

I don't know how long it's been like it is but don't think it's long, I've not noticed it when having a shower

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By *ustBoWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in Co. Down


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

The fact it is raised is enough reason to get it checked. I had one on my back and I noticed one day it was raised and yes it ended up being cancerous. And I had it removed it and spread at that point and I had to have more skin removed but I was lucky it had spread out and not in. If I had left it longer it could easily have started to spread inwards and would have been a lot more serious. So yes go get it checked out asap.

I don't know how long it's been like it is but don't think it's long, I've not noticed it when having a shower "

I hadn't noticed mine either and I got it checked out within a week of finding it and I was lucky I did. Now I get any moles I have checked regularly for any changes.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"What Posh said. Very likely nothing to worry about but the sooner the better just in case.

J

I wouldn't think anything of it if wasn't raised, itchy and tender

The fact it is raised is enough reason to get it checked. I had one on my back and I noticed one day it was raised and yes it ended up being cancerous. And I had it removed it and spread at that point and I had to have more skin removed but I was lucky it had spread out and not in. If I had left it longer it could easily have started to spread inwards and would have been a lot more serious. So yes go get it checked out asap.

I don't know how long it's been like it is but don't think it's long, I've not noticed it when having a shower

I hadn't noticed mine either and I got it checked out within a week of finding it and I was lucky I did. Now I get any moles I have checked regularly for any changes. "

It's best to be sure

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Take a close up pic of it now so when you get your appointment in 8 months time, you’ll know if it has changed.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this.

Yeah I think so, I'm always worried about wasting their time and getting ill going somewhere lots of potentially ill people are waiting "

I think that is natural, but no GP will tell you that you are wasting their time - reassurance is also important - you could 'worry yourself to death'

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this.

Yeah I think so, I'm always worried about wasting their time and getting ill going somewhere lots of potentially ill people are waiting

I think that is natural, but no GP will tell you that you are wasting their time - reassurance is also important - you could 'worry yourself to death'"

I usually do worry about a lot

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this.

Yeah I think so, I'm always worried about wasting their time and getting ill going somewhere lots of potentially ill people are waiting

I think that is natural, but no GP will tell you that you are wasting their time - reassurance is also important - you could 'worry yourself to death'

I usually do worry about a lot "

I went and had them check out some changes in my face, which they said it were harmless sunspots... Fingers crossed yours will be harmless too

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London


"Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them.

This is when being single is a bad thing, nobody to check you over

I provide a thorough service

On the NHS? "

Private, but I don't charge

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I'm not one to go docs unless I think really needed

That’s just ‘being a man’. We’re all like this.

Yeah I think so, I'm always worried about wasting their time and getting ill going somewhere lots of potentially ill people are waiting

I think that is natural, but no GP will tell you that you are wasting their time - reassurance is also important - you could 'worry yourself to death'

I usually do worry about a lot

I went and had them check out some changes in my face, which they said it were harmless sunspots... Fingers crossed yours will be harmless too"

I hope it is harmless

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked , I have a few skin tags and get them checked by a dermatologist every few months. I like it when he cuts them off too !

You also need to check in a mirror or ask your partner to look where you won’t spot them.

This is when being single is a bad thing, nobody to check you over

I provide a thorough service

On the NHS?

Private, but I don't charge "

I wish I got paid every time someone said that to me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Absolutely get it checked out straight away ... Dr's are good with moles and refer immediately daughter was recently seen by a consultant within 10 days of phoning the Dr

Wow that was really quick "

I had same as you. I saw my Gp and was seen and had a biopsy within a week. 3 weeks for results, it was cancerous so whole area removed.

I'm glad I got it checked, go see you GP and I wish you luck

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Absolutely get it checked out straight away ... Dr's are good with moles and refer immediately daughter was recently seen by a consultant within 10 days of phoning the Dr

Wow that was really quick

I had same as you. I saw my Gp and was seen and had a biopsy within a week. 3 weeks for results, it was cancerous so whole area removed.

I'm glad I got it checked, go see you GP and I wish you luck "

I wouldn't have known if it wasn't itching as on back of my thigh

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Absolutely get it checked out straight away ... Dr's are good with moles and refer immediately daughter was recently seen by a consultant within 10 days of phoning the Dr

Wow that was really quick

I had same as you. I saw my Gp and was seen and had a biopsy within a week. 3 weeks for results, it was cancerous so whole area removed.

I'm glad I got it checked, go see you GP and I wish you luck

I wouldn't have known if it wasn't itching as on back of my thigh "

Same, was on back of my ankle. Always had a freckle there but it became itchy and raised. You'll be grand I'm sure.

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By *tsalwaysthequietonesCouple
over a year ago

Lancs

Whatever you choose to do, take a clear pic of it every few weeks and compare them to check for more changes.

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By *imi_RougeWoman
over a year ago

Portsmouth

Go and get it checked. I say this as someone who's had skin cancer, mine was basal cell, so not a mole. But still very serious.

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter

Definitely Doctors they can refer you or just freeze it off . I just had an itchy mole frozen off my leg and I have had several Basel cell marks removed.

Ole man recently had two cut off, one ended up being melanoma wasn’t black we hadn’t realised they could be brown and not angry they went in twice last cut was 28 stitches across shoulder. He now gets checked every 3 months.

Don’t ignore any moles only takes a few minutes in the skin clinic

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

I overslept so will have to book appointment tomorrow now

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"I overslept so will have to book appointment tomorrow now"

Tsk tsk PD.

Can you not give them a call and tell them the problem? They might squeeze you in. Because mole, itchy and ouch.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I overslept so will have to book appointment tomorrow now

Tsk tsk PD.

Can you not give them a call and tell them the problem? They might squeeze you in. Because mole, itchy and ouch."

That's not how it works at my GP, another day isn't going to kill me.

I'll just have to make sure I use ask my gp site 8am sharp tomorrow.

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

Just call NHS24. It’s only a phone call. They’ll talk through the symptoms with you and if they reckon it’s a mole that needs looking at they’ll get you straight in to see someone, same day. You don’t even need to call your GP - they’d make the appointment for you.

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree


"Just call NHS24. It’s only a phone call. They’ll talk through the symptoms with you and if they reckon it’s a mole that needs looking at they’ll get you straight in to see someone, same day. You don’t even need to call your GP - they’d make the appointment for you."

This!!!

With bells on. Do it now, please PD.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

I'll get on it in a bit, I'm being nagged now

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Medically trained staff, like your Doctor, will take a couple of minutes to determine if safe or needs further investigation. Get it checked.

Also, try to get someone to look at your back regularly, as we don't see them easily

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon


"I'll get on it in a bit, I'm being nagged now "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've found the NHS to be quite responsive on these kind of things - one of my kids and I have both had a scare. GP had an extra gadget to look closer and took us seriously. Very reassuring and well worth speaking up.

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree


"I'll get on it in a bit, I'm being nagged now "

Hi.

Just commenting for no particular (or nagging) reason

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By *ulieAndBeefCouple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish

Please accept this comment as the nag it is.

J

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Thank you for the nags ladies, that's something I've never said on here before

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thank you for the nags ladies, that's something I've never said on here before "

But have you made the appointment yet

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Thank you for the nags ladies, that's something I've never said on here before

But have you made the appointment yet "

Maybe

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Nah mate.

Fab’s definitely the best place to check this sort of worry out.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Thank you for the nags ladies, that's something I've never said on here before

But have you made the appointment yet

Maybe "

Tuts

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

Good man, big thumbs up for getting it checked

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

It was worthwhile to be badgered a bit. Need cheering up?? How can we help?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

Very glad you managed to get it checked and a plan in place, fingers crossed for you

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By *elix SightedMan
over a year ago

Cloud 8


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

Good man, big thumbs up for getting it checked "

Needed to be done, was playing on my mind. Just got to wait for appointment letter now

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

It was worthwhile to be badgered a bit. Need cheering up?? How can we help? "

Yeah I love being nagged

All the ladies can send me nudes, that always helps everything

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

Very glad you managed to get it checked and a plan in place, fingers crossed for you "

Thank you, I'm more at ease now but until biopsy is done I still don't know for sure

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

It was worthwhile to be badgered a bit. Need cheering up?? How can we help?

Yeah I love being nagged

All the ladies can send me nudes, that always helps everything "

On it

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By *estarossa.Woman
over a year ago

Flagrante


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

Its not on your dick then

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By *ulieAndBeefCouple
over a year ago

Manchester-ish


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case"

This is good news. It was always going to need a biopsy because of the changes.

J

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales

Good news.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

Its not on your dick then "

Hell no it isn't, if it was I'd say just leave it

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

This is good news. It was always going to need a biopsy because of the changes.

J"

Yeah it's just to be sure

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Good news. "

So far so good

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By *estarossa.Woman
over a year ago

Flagrante

Btw, I had one on the back of my leg a few years ago- hosp appointment was had and she dug it out there and then, couple of stitches, good to go!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Btw, I had one on the back of my leg a few years ago- hosp appointment was had and she dug it out there and then, couple of stitches, good to go! "

Yeah it's only a little mole, it's not a major thing

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By *estarossa.Woman
over a year ago

Flagrante


"Btw, I had one on the back of my leg a few years ago- hosp appointment was had and she dug it out there and then, couple of stitches, good to go!

Yeah it's only a little mole, it's not a major thing "

Good to get sorted though, proud of you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

It was worthwhile to be badgered a bit. Need cheering up?? How can we help?

Yeah I love being nagged

All the ladies can send me nudes, that always helps everything "

Fruity pic? Like your banana one lol

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Btw, I had one on the back of my leg a few years ago- hosp appointment was had and she dug it out there and then, couple of stitches, good to go!

Yeah it's only a little mole, it's not a major thing

Good to get sorted though, proud of you "

I would have just worried about it otherwise

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

It was worthwhile to be badgered a bit. Need cheering up?? How can we help?

Yeah I love being nagged

All the ladies can send me nudes, that always helps everything

Fruity pic? Like your banana one lol"

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x"

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x

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By *ehindHerEyesCouple
over a year ago

SomewhereOnlyWeKnow


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x"

They'll probably take it all, I had one removed from my face that slowly grew over the years from a tiny mark to about half a cm and raised, if I didn't point out the scar you wouldn't know I had anything removed. All done under local and took minutes x

T x

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x

They'll probably take it all, I had one removed from my face that slowly grew over the years from a tiny mark to about half a cm and raised, if I didn't point out the scar you wouldn't know I had anything removed. All done under local and took minutes x

T x"

Yeah they always take it all, it's only about the size of a pencil rubber anyway and on the outside of my thigh

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

Very glad you managed to get it checked and a plan in place, fingers crossed for you

Thank you, I'm more at ease now but until biopsy is done I still don't know for sure "

Good luck PD

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get it checked!!

A close family member went to the out of hours for a chest infection, the Dr spotted a mole and sent them for tests. It turned out to be skin cancer, it was easily removed.

Mrs

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Mole update, doc said he thinks it's benign but it's going to be cut off and checked just in case

Very glad you managed to get it checked and a plan in place, fingers crossed for you

Thank you, I'm more at ease now but until biopsy is done I still don't know for sure

Good luck PD "

Thank you

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Get it checked!!

A close family member went to the out of hours for a chest infection, the Dr spotted a mole and sent them for tests. It turned out to be skin cancer, it was easily removed.

Mrs"

I did today, just waiting for appointment to get it removed and tested now

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x"

Nooooo they will take it all in one go then it’s job done, the same with my thyroid, they whipped it out as it had a lump growing on it (not just the lump) as the result was inconclusive from the needle test, they like to go with the safest option I guess x

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x

Nooooo they will take it all in one go then it’s job done, the same with my thyroid, they whipped it out as it had a lump growing on it (not just the lump) as the result was inconclusive from the needle test, they like to go with the safest option I guess x"

Yeah I'm not fussy, they can take it all as I don't want it

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By *innamon!Woman
over a year ago

no matter


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x

They'll probably take it all, I had one removed from my face that slowly grew over the years from a tiny mark to about half a cm and raised, if I didn't point out the scar you wouldn't know I had anything removed. All done under local and took minutes x

T x

Yeah they always take it all, it's only about the size of a pencil rubber anyway and on the outside of my thigh "

They had to go in a 2nd time for Oleman.. first time wasn’t wide enough margins as they found it to be melanoma. That wasn’t expected . 28 stitches in the end . They monitor him every 3 months now .

Good luck with the procedure.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West


"Will had one on his stomach, they scooped it out and stitched him up at his appointment, doctor said he didn’t want to take any chances, results came back clear but always better to be safe about your health, plus stops the worry, I’m sure all will be tickety boo for you x

You'd think they would be able to just take a little bit to test instead of just cutting it all off.

Yeah I'm hopeful everything will be ok x"

They take it all because it's potentially dangerous to poke a cancer and release cancer cells into the bloodstream. And because it's probably relatively small, it can safely be removed with margins and if it did turn out to be malignant, they've already done the removal procedure and no need to do things twice. It's obvious a bit different if the choice is remove your liver or not, vs a bit of skin.

Same argument for whipping out the thyroid if it grows stuff on it. You can easily live without the thyroid, thanks to simple replacement meds, so it's actually safer just to take it out and test the whole thing.

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Got my appointment on the 23rd

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Good luck ·•PD•·

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Best of luck x

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over a year ago


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Good x

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham


"I'm covered head to toe in freckles and some are moles, i've had them since I was little but some have changed shape/ colour /become raised and much bigger, I got referred to the hospital to get them checked out as my dad had skin cancer a while ago and was made to feel like I was wasting their time, I was told straight away that they couldn't remove them for cosmetic purposes when the thought hadn't even crossed mu mind, I came out being told I was fine but at the same time feeling like a complete idiot. "

You can if you go to a dermatological ABE get him to note that you catch them when dressing etc and that they cause you a lot of distress. That’s enough in his notes to get out the small scalpel under Nhs rules. But if they are being tight just book a private appointment

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Best of luck xx

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By *imi_RougeWoman
over a year ago

Portsmouth


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Well done!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Thank you everyone

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Got my appointment on the 23rd "

Good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don’t know if anyone has mentioned I only skimmed the comments but take photos, then you can see any new changes.

I hope all goes well!

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Got my appointment on the 23rd

Good luck "

Thank you

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"I don’t know if anyone has mentioned I only skimmed the comments but take photos, then you can see any new changes.

I hope all goes well! "

I've been keeping a eye on it and thank you

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By *ittlemiss Hal O weenCouple
over a year ago

Southampton

Best of luck x

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By *ersiantugMan
over a year ago

Cardiff


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely. "

-If it's small and soft and even then it's likely nothing. The tenderness and raised quality is probably caused by whatever is making you itch. It's often surprising what we haven't noticed, or seems to have just appeared with age.

Is there anything else you want to ask the GP? They'll probably ask, so it's good the be prepared for that. pt

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

-If it's small and soft and even then it's likely nothing. The tenderness and raised quality is probably caused by whatever is making you itch. It's often surprising what we haven't noticed, or seems to have just appeared with age.

Is there anything else you want to ask the GP? They'll probably ask, so it's good the be prepared for that. pt"

I've already been to GP I'm on the having it removed for biopsy stage now

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Best of luck x"

Thank you

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By *ersiantugMan
over a year ago

Cardiff


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

-If it's small and soft and even then it's likely nothing. The tenderness and raised quality is probably caused by whatever is making you itch. It's often surprising what we haven't noticed, or seems to have just appeared with age.

Is there anything else you want to ask the GP? They'll probably ask, so it's good the be prepared for that. pt

I've already been to GP I'm on the having it removed for biopsy stage now"

-They always do that, even when they remove it as a hindrance, so try not to worry about that too much.. Good luck though. pt

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli


"So last night I noticed my leg was itching and still is and I have a raised mole that feels tender if I touch it. Pretty sure it wasn't there before and I know definitely wasn't raised if it was.

Anyone else had this and should I get it checked or wait a bit? I'd say it's pretty symmetrical but not completely.

-If it's small and soft and even then it's likely nothing. The tenderness and raised quality is probably caused by whatever is making you itch. It's often surprising what we haven't noticed, or seems to have just appeared with age.

Is there anything else you want to ask the GP? They'll probably ask, so it's good the be prepared for that. pt

I've already been to GP I'm on the having it removed for biopsy stage now

-They always do that, even when they remove it as a hindrance, so try not to worry about that too much.. Good luck though. pt"

Cheers buddy, sure will be fine

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Back from hospital and all is good

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden


"Back from hospital and all is good "

Brilliant news my dear friend!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Back from hospital and all is good "

That’s amazing news PD!! I’m really glad it wasn’t anything serious

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London


"Back from hospital and all is good "

Great news

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By *ittlebirdWoman
over a year ago

The Big Smoke


"Back from hospital and all is good "

Wonderful news

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By *otSoPoshWoman
over a year ago

In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon

Excellent stuff

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By *iscean_dream OP   Man
over a year ago

Llanelli

Thank you all, was worth going for piece of mind and the nurse that checked me over first was lovely

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales


"Back from hospital and all is good "

Great news.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Back from hospital and all is good "

Good to hear and well done for getting it checked

During the years have had have 11 removed, thankfully all benign

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By *ittlemiss Hal O weenCouple
over a year ago

Southampton


"Thank you all, was worth going for piece of mind and the nurse that checked me over first was lovely "

Good to know xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Back from hospital and all is good "

*high five*

I'm glad you're all gravy baby.

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