Hi,

I have been to see my GP in relation to a suspicious mole. I have lost a close relative to malignant melanoma, and due to the fact it has grown, changed colour, is visually different to all my other moles and is showing different pigmentation I thought it needed to be checked out. I was told that I would be urgently referred to the dermatology department and the target time for the appointment would be two weeks.

I have now received a virtual appointment which will be 6 weeks after seeing my GP. I appreciate the difficulties around Coronavirus and the fact that very few moles are malignant, however I am concerned as to whether a virtual appointment is sufficient. Has anyone has had a similar experience?

Many thanks