Hello Loki10

I'm sorry to hear that you've had some concerns about a mole recently which has led to a referral to be reviewed by the dermatology team. It does sound like you've been left a little in the dark about the process and what the next steps might be. 

We know that many people across the UK are experiencing some delays in accessing dermatology assessments so I certainly don't think there's any issue with giving the department a call to clarify what will happen now your referral has been received and how long you may be waiting for some news. Hopefully it won't be too long. 

If you'd like to chat things through with one of our nurses you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Hi Loki10,

I'm assuming you had your appointment yesterday and that it was by telephone? You may have more information now you've spoken to them but if you are confused as to what is happening please update us with the outcome of the appointment & I may be able to give you an idea as to what will happen next.

Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)

Hi, 

no the appointment wasn’t fact to face so all I know is they set a time for 9:30am 18/10 but I have no other info. No idea if the images were looked at yet or if I’m now in a queue to be looked at. 

Hi, 

thanks for the reply. I do feel like it was a rushed appointment so I’m hoping I’ll hear something soon if not I’m going to try and ring them to clarify 

What were you told? 

The doctor said they’ll view the images and somebody will contact me. That was it. 

I’ve phoned the dermatology department before they finished for the day and spoke to a lovely lady who said that an appointment was made but not face to face or over the phone …the doctor looks at the images and then at some point over the next week they write up all their notes and then a letter will be sent. So no info on my file yet and I just need to wait, told me to call back next Friday if I’ve not heard.