Melanoma diagnosis

I've recently been diagnosed with what they believe to be Stage 1a Melanoma. I had a mole removed in October of last year and have only just received the results. My Dr has referred my for a wide local excision but said I may have to wait up to 8 weeks. I can't help but feel concerned about how long this is being left for considering the original mole was removed over 6 months ago. Should I push for the procedure to be done sooner or consider private?

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  • Hello Beansdrive

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been diagnosed with stage 1a melanoma. It's understandable that you're feeling concerned about this news. 

    We have some information on our website about stage 1 melanoma that you might find helpful. I'm also going to tag in  to my post. Angie is one of the forum members who has been living with melanoma for a number of years and has been great at offering support to other forum members. Hopefully, she will pop along when she's able to share her experiences with you. 

    I also wonder if you might find it helpful to talk things through with one of our nurses. I know they will be happy to offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Beansdrive

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been diagnosed with stage 1a melanoma. It's understandable that you're feeling concerned about this news. 

    We have some information on our website about stage 1 melanoma that you might find helpful. I'm also going to tag in  to my post. Angie is one of the forum members who has been living with melanoma for a number of years and has been great at offering support to other forum members. Hopefully, she will pop along when she's able to share her experiences with you. 

    I also wonder if you might find it helpful to talk things through with one of our nurses. I know they will be happy to offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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