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Mole removal ... been asked to come back for 'more tests'

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My partner recently had a mole removed from his back and has had a letter/appointment asking him to come in for more tests. It also says these tests will take up to 30 minutes.
What might these 'tests' be?

I also had a mole removed last summer and soon after, a letter telling me all was well, no follow up, so of course, I'm very worried about what they've found.

I know there's no point worrying until we go back but any thoughts about the 'more tests' would be very helpful, Thank you

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    Hi,

    I'm sorry, I've never come across 'more tests in 30 minutes' in this situation before. I suggest he ring the number on the letter & ask for further information. If it's that they haven't taken enough tissue for the biopsy they should explain that it will involve more surgical excision which, although it's not a long procedure, may cause post surgery problems with going back to work etc. Good luck and please let us know how he gets on,

    Ange (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)

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    Thank you Angie. I'm hoping it's an example of a generic (and careless) use of a generic letter. As you say, if he needs another excision, there should have been information about not driving, as there was in the first instance. I'll let you know how he gets on.

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