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Patient Guide
If you have a mole that has changed or an abnormal area of skin and have contacted your GP, you may be referred to a dermatologist or a dermatologist may initially review photographs of the area. For the majority of patients, there will be nothing to be concerned about, however, if there is a melanoma, it is important to diagnose this early and we have created some FAQs and further information on what to expect and who will be involved in your care

Further information
Questions about melanoma?
If you have concerns or worries, please get in touch contact our confidential, free Melanoma Helpline that is manned by skin cancer nurse specialists:
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Melanoma Helpline
Call our confidential free Helpline on:
Our specialist nurses are available to take your calls between
1-2pm and 7-9pm Mon – Fri and 7-9pm on Sun
You can leave a message out of these hours and we will get back to you
