Triple skin Biopsy appointment advice

Hi I have three areas i have had looked at at hospital dermatologist consultant 5 weeks ago this appointment was she said I they were irregular and I will need two biopsy where I will need stitched and one shave Biopsy she mentioned because 3 skin biopsys something about more difficult to get an appointment how long should I wait before I contact them to see when I am getting these Biopsys it has been 5 weeks since I seen dermatologist thanks James

  • Hello James

    I'm sorry to hear that you have some health concerns at the moment which the Consultant has requested are biopsied. It's understandable that you're feeling anxious about the wait. 

    It may be that because you need 3 areas biopsied that you need an appointment that is longer than a standard appointment time which is why there may have been a delay. As it's now been a few weeks since you saw the Consultant, I don't think there's any harm at all in giving the Consultant's secretary a ring to ask about when you may hear something. They're quite used to patients contacting them so maybe give them a call next week if you've still not heard. 

    I hope you have a date soon and that all goes smoothly. Do let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator