SKIN

Throughout our life, a number of lumps and bumps can appear on our skin. Thankfully, the vast majority of these are harmless, but may cause problems if they catch on clothing, itch, feel uncomfortable or just look unsightly.

 

It is possible to have these growths removed by a simple procedure usually performed under local anaesthetic. The operation replaces the lesion with a scar, which mostly settle down very well.

 

As with all operations, there is a small risk of infection. If the area around where the lesion has been removed starts to feel sore and swollen, make an urgent appointment with Mr Lewis to have it checked as soon as possible.

 

Benign moles, such as naevi and keratoses are very common and can be left alone or removed.  Removal is usually done either by excision (complete removal), or by shaving flat.  These techniques usually get rid of the mole very well.  Shaving minimises scarring, but does carry the risk of it coming back, but this happens very rarely.