Worried about skin cancer

I believe from what I have been told from family is sling cancer is in the family my nan has had a few moles removed they could of been it and I have been gaining miles all over me at a high rate I have one on my back and starting to get patches around it I don’t mind sharing a picture if possible but I’m 17 kinda new to adult life not sure how to get a appointment about it 

  • Hello Jackogilvie

    I am sorry to hear you are worried about cancer.

    I suggest you speak to a parent or another trusted adult about your concerns and see what they have to say.

    If you are concerned about a mole in particular you can arrange to see your GP to get it checked out and if needed they can arrange for a skin specialist ( dermatologist) to take a look at it.

    Some people who have lots of moles may choose to pay privately to have their moles checked out (known as mole mapping) but unfortunately this is not available on the NHS.

    Best wishes

    Naomi