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Urgent Mole Referral

RJ95
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Hi, 

Last week I was given a 2 week urgent referral by my GP to the hospital as I have a mole on my back that fits all the 'ABCDE' rules. I have bad anxiety and I am fearing the worst. I found a picture of my back from almost 3 years ago and the mole does look different back then. I have no idea when it could have possibly changed and am wondering if within this time frame if it could still be benign or at least pre-cancerous or whether it definitely points in the direction of cancer?
 

Many thanks

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    Hi,

    There is a always a chance it may be benign or dysplastic (pre cancerous). Only 5% of patients seen by dermatology are diagnosed with melanoma whilst 20% are pre cancerous. They may want to remove the mole for a biopsy so don't panic, there is still a chance it will come back benign. Good luck and please let us know how you get on.

    Angie (Stage 3 melanoma patient since 2009)

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    Thank you AngieT for your speedy response. 

    My appointment is a week from now so I am just trying to remain positive about this entire situation. Thank you again, your response is greatly appreciated. 

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