Hi all,

So I've had a large mole on my lower back for years and recently started getting it checked by GP's. Each one told me it was fine and wouldnt refer me. However I went to another one who referred me but rather than wait I went private to a top derm. He looked through the dermascope and checked the rest of me (I also had mole mapping) and he said it needed to come off as its atypical with a dark centre but it's symmetrical in nature. I think it's grown over the years but I know that's the nature of atypical moles. Anyway, had it off on Monday and now I cannot stop worrying. I've done Google, I've killed myself off and drove my lovely patient partner mad probably.

I had a melanoma in situ when I was 20, 12 years ago so it is a concern but the dermatologist booked me in for a non urgent removal. (even knowing my history) When I asked him if it was hideous he said didn't look hideously melanomic but wouldn't be surprised if it was mildly or moderately dysplastic. Again, when he took it out I asked and he said it it Looked atypical because of the dark centre but it was symmetrical in nature and hopefully it will just be atypical. 

ANY advice on how to calm down and not think the worst. I know he's not specifically said oh it looks bad but I have such awful health anxiety dictating my life right now! Not to mention a fairly sore back but I'm so glad the mole has been removed.

ANY good news stories too will help!