Your doctor wants you feel as comfortable as possible during your skin check and any skin cancer treatment. 

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Unless attending for a specific skin concern or spot, a full skin check is recommended.  This will usually involve undressing down to your underwear.  There are modesty sheets and chaperones available.

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Do not wear any make-up to your appointment.

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The doctor will use a dermatoscope (hand-held skin microscope) to examine spots closely.  Photographs will be securely in Dermengine software.

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In between your regular skin checks it is important to return if you notice a skin mark or lump that is new, itchy, sore, bleeding or changing.

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It is recommended that you examine your skin once a month with the help of your partner or a family member and that you ask your hair-dresser to check your scalp.

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You will be advised how often your skin should be checked based on your personalised risk profile.