Does appointment for biopsy results with Oncologist mean it’s definitely cancer?

Husband had mole removed a month ago and was warned it could be melanoma but also could be blue nevus (I think) He was told 70% of biopsies are negative so they didn’t remove too much It’s been a long anxious wait for the biopsy results and he was phoned yesterday to book an appointment next week for this - the letter has come now to confirm and it’s with “Medical Oncology, Dermatology Team.” Does this confirm that it’s positive for cancer? He’s quite positive still but I’m struggling with this waiting and worrying. Or am I being naive and it’s obvious it’s positive! 

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  • Hello and thank you for your post.

    I can appreciate your concern but having this appointment does not necessarily mean someone will be told they have cancer.  

    Hopefully you and your husband will know more soon.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Caroline 

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  • Hello and thank you for your post.

    I can appreciate your concern but having this appointment does not necessarily mean someone will be told they have cancer.  

    Hopefully you and your husband will know more soon.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Caroline 

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