BCC - waiting for a biopsy but the patch the GP diagnosed as a BCC has healed, should I cancel the referral?

Four weeks ago my GP diagnosed a sore patch on my chest as a BCC & referred me to the dermatology dept for a biopsy. 
I am waiting for the biopsy appointment but in the meantime the sore patch has healed, just leaving a faint scar. 
should I cancel my referral? 

  • Hi Lizzy

    Do not cancel your appointment. BCCs can appear to heal up only to return at a later date.. 

    Ed

  • Hello, and thank you for posting.

    It may be good for the dermatology team to review your skin anyway. You could also contact them to ask, but you might not get through to speak to a health professional. By attending the appointment, it will be flagged that you may have had a BCC, and you will receive the appropriate advice for the future. We have more information on BCCs and skin protection on our website, which may be helpful to read through before your appointment.

    Take care, and if you would like to talk things through with the nurses on the helpline the number is 0808 800 4040. Lines are open mon-fri, 9-5.

    Sarah.