Question

A 50-year-old man presents to his GP with a pigmented macule on his shoulder that has been present for many years but recently enlarged and changed colour. He has a family history of melanoma. According to preventive health guidance, which of the following is the most appropriate GP action?

Accepted Answer

Arrange prompt excisional biopsy or urgent dermatology referral for suspected melanoma

Answer

Advise that long-standing moles never become cancerous and no action is required

Answer

Reassure and suggest over-the-counter bleaching creams

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Schedule routine review in 2 years without biopsy

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Perform cryotherapy to remove the lesion without histology

Practice question

A 50-year-old man presents to his GP with a pigmented macule on his shoulder that has been present for many years but recently enlarged and changed colour. He has a family history of melanoma. According to preventive health guidance, which of the following is the most appropriate GP action?