I have had 2 skin cancers on my face. Both times, I noticed them. Both times, they were biopsied. With the first one, a GP removed it. With the second one, just recently, I had a plastic surgeion remove it. I still have the stitches in. The PS has done an amazing job and I am not at all worried about having a big ugly scar.

I see a GP who has a lot of experience with skin cancer patients. However, some GP's don't have these skills. If something is sus, you should have a biopsy. I always get a second opinion. So, if my GP has said he isn't concerned, I also go to my local Skin Cancer Clinic and have them check too. There are also some great web sites that show pictures of skin cancers and moles, and help you to identify what may be sus. But, if you are ever concerned, have the mole/spot/whatever checked.

Basically, you need to find someone that you can trust. It may take a few different appointments to find that someone, whether it be a skin cancer clinic or a GP or a dermatologist. I trust my GP's opinion but I am still proactive enough to get a second opinion sometimes.

I would also recommend seeing a plastic surgeon if you do need something large removed or something removed from your face. The GP who removed my first skin cancer did a bit of a hack job.

All the best...