Hi

I went to the optician on Sunday for an eye health check. I have started new medication for inflammatory arthritis and it can damage the retina so this was the first of what will be regular visits. 

After having drops to dialate my pupils he found what he called a large, irregular mole at the back of my eye. He asked me if I knew it was there, I didn't. And he said he would send a referral to my local hospital to get it looked at.

I had never heard of a mole in the eye before. I have moles on my skin and have had 2 large ones removed and tested, they were both benign. 

My eye prescription is stable and I had other tests like photos, peripheral vision and pressure which I think were ok.....he didn't mention them. 

He said the hospital should contact me within 6 weeks, but if they don't then to call him. And he's written to my GP. 

Does anyone know if this is something I should be concerned about? A letter within 6 weeks doesn't sound very urgent? Will the appointment be within the 6 weeks? I don't mind waiting if it's nothing concerning, but at the same time I don't want to be waiting a long time if it is. He also said if I get any sudden blurred vision, changes or flashing lights to go straight to a&e.

I'm 39, with 3 young children and stress really makes my inflammatory arthritis worse, so I'm trying not to get stressed. I'd just like to know how long other people have waited? And if 'big, irregular mole' is worrying?