Daily Express: 7 Skin Cancer Symptoms
The Daily Express gives valuable advice on 7 signs of skin cancer.
The list of what to look for included melanoma and non-melanoma – both types of skin cancer but with different symptoms, causes and risks.
Seven symptoms of skin cancer
- Brand new mole (melanoma)
- A dark mole (melanoma)
- An irregular-shaped mole (melanoma)
- The location of the mole – they can appear anywhere but most commonly appear on men’s backs and women’s legs (melanoma)
- Red scaly patch (non-melanoma)
- A patch which itches and bleeds (non-melanoma)
- A red scaly patch that grows out the skin and forms a little bit of a raised bump (non-melanoma)
Melanoma vs Non-Melanoma
Dr Ross Perry was invited to help explain the difference between melanoma and non-melanoma.
Melanoma
Dr Ross Perry explained:
“This is the that one can spread and kill people and is the most aggressive of the two forms of skin cancer.
Melanomas are generally dark, irregular and flat moles.
“But they can occur on any part of your body – most commonly for men on the back, most commonly for women on the legs.”
An estimated 70% of all melanomas are a brand new mole.
Non-Melanoma
Dr Ross Perry explained how non-melanoma tend to look different:
“They often start as a red scaly patch of skin and they often itch and bleed a little bit.
“They can often sometimes even grow out of the skin a little bit and from a little bit of a raised bump.
Non-melanoma are more related to sun exposure. The good news is that treatments tend to be better for the patient:
“Non-melanoma skin cancers are much more easily treated and much more common in people in their 50s, 60s and 70s.”
Read in full at https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/1100138/skin-cancer-signs-symptoms-melanoma-mole-what-does-it-look-like
What To Do If You’re Worried
If you have any concerns about a weird mole or worrying patch of skin, we always advise getting them checked out asap.
Most moles may be harmless, but when they’re not, earliest interventions lead to the best outcomes.
Dr Ross Perry
Dr Perry is renowned as an expert in removal of skin lesions. He has removed thousands of moles in his role as Medical Director and founder of Cosmedics Skin Clinics including the London mole Removal Centre.
His career includes working in the NHS both in skin cancer reconstruction and as a GP, so he is experienced and expert in diagnosing skin lesions and providing the best possible advice/treatment.
Private Mole Checks & Removal
The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company, offering mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (e.g. cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma, xanthelasma). All consultations and treatments are carried out in person by doctors who are specially trained in the latest laser and skin surgery techniques and are highly experienced in the field.
Further advantages of private treatment at the London Mole Removal Centre include:
- No waiting lists
- Fully trained doctors, registered with GMC
- Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation, saving the need for a repeat visit and allowing patients to get their skin lesions removed very quickly
- Choice of 4 clinics in London and also Bristol
- Removed moles tested with report provided
For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.
