Skin cancer consultations
At My Natural Look, we provide medical consultations for skin checks and the early detection of skin cancer. Regular skin checks can help identify suspicious spots or lesions so that further investigation and treatment can be arranged if necessary.
Dr Manal Youssef holds a Certificate in Skin Cancer Diagnosis and Surgical Excisions and provides consultations and procedures at our clinic. With specialised training in skin cancer services, she can assess, diagnose, and manage skin lesions, ensuring appropriate care and referrals when required.
MY Natural Look Clinic
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Surgical excision and biopsy when indicated
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Careful evaluation to avoid unnecessary removal of harmless lesions
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Use of dermoscopy (DermLite technology) for accurate assessment
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Referrals to specialists if further treatment is needed
What is Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer happens when skin cells are damaged, often from exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The three main types of skin cancer are:
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): The most common type, generally slow growing.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC): Often develops on areas of the skin exposed to the sun.
Melanoma: Less common but can spread more quickly if not detected early.
Regular skin checks with a qualified practitioner can assist in the early detection and management of these conditions.
At My Natural Look, our doctors provide thorough skin checks to help with the early detection of skin cancer and other skin concerns. During your consultation, your doctor will carefully examine your skin, check any moles or lesions of concern, and may recommend further steps if needed.
Regular skin checks are important for identifying suspicious spots early, so that appropriate care can be arranged.
If you prefer not to have a full body examination, the doctor can examine only those unusual spots or lesions you are concerned about to detect early warning signs of malignant skin lesions.
Dermlite is a non-invasive technique using a medical device known as a dermlite to closely examine any unusual spots.
A dermlite is an instrument that magnifies and lights up the skin, allowing the doctor to see through the top layer of the skin into the skin structure.
The high magnification of the dermlite enables microscopic visualisation of skin structures below the skin’s surface that are invisible to the naked eye.
The doctor can tell if a mole or spot is normal or abnormal. Dermlite has been proven to significantly increase the rate of skin cancer detection.
You should consider booking a consultation if:
- You have noticed a new spot that looks different from others.
- A mole, freckle, or skin mark has changed in size, shape, or colour.
- You have a sore that does not heal or keeps recurring.
To arrange a comprehensive skin check or discuss any skin changes, please contact our clinic to book an appointment.
Early detection and regular checks play an important role in identifying suspicious skin changes and ensuring timely medical care if needed.
Certain factors may increase your risk of developing skin cancer, including:
- Previous history and/or family history of skin cancer (particularly melanoma).
- Fair skin that burns easily with ultraviolet (UV) exposure.
- History of severe or blistering sunburns.
- Having a large number of moles.
- Spending significant time outdoors without sun protection.
- Use of solariums, sunlamps, or sunbeds.
- Evidence shows that early detection through regular skin checks can lead to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment.
Recommendation:
We advise regular full skin checks at least once or twice per year, particularly for individuals with these risk factors.
