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I'm a teacher and I've been working during lockdown. A couple of weeks ago I was washing my hands and noticed what I thought was a black pen mark on my left ring finger which I tried to wash off. I forgot all about it and last week in half term decided to show my GP. I've just been told that I've been referred urgently to dermatology for suspected nail melanoma. My Dad had a malignant melanoma 18 years ago. So I can't help but be anxious. Any advice ? Many thanks 

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  • Welcome to the forum, Spiderweb.

    I'm sorry to hear that you found a mark on your finger and that you're understandably concerned about what it might mean, but I'm glad that you took charge and has seen your doctor who put an urgent referral to the dermatology department.

    Hopefully, others who have been in a similar situation will come along shortly to chat with you and offer support but until then try to take your mind off things, if at all possible.

    If you find it too difficult to focus on other things until you have your appointment and feel like speaking with someone medically might help, our team of nurses are ready to take your call. They're available on this phone number 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to the forum, Spiderweb.

    I'm sorry to hear that you found a mark on your finger and that you're understandably concerned about what it might mean, but I'm glad that you took charge and has seen your doctor who put an urgent referral to the dermatology department.

    Hopefully, others who have been in a similar situation will come along shortly to chat with you and offer support but until then try to take your mind off things, if at all possible.

    If you find it too difficult to focus on other things until you have your appointment and feel like speaking with someone medically might help, our team of nurses are ready to take your call. They're available on this phone number 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

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