Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
Skin blemishes and lesions
BLEMISHES, RASHES AND GROWTHS ON THE SKIN
HCA UK's experts can help to diagnose a range of blemishes and lesions of the skin including acne, moles and birthmarks
About
At HCA UK, our team of dermatologists specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of skin-related conditions including blemishes and skin lesions. These can vary from common benign (non-cancerous) conditions such as acne, warts and scars to more serious conditions such as skin cancer.
Need to know
Your skin can be affected by minor blemishes such as scars, acne and birthmarks, as well as inflammatory skin conditions such as rosacea, eczema and psoriasis and lesions (growths) such as moles, warts and skin tags.
The most common types of skin blemishes and lesions that may require treatment include:
- Acne – recurring whiteheads (pores that have closed plugs), blackheads (pores that have open plugs), pimples and small bumps that are red and tender bumps (papules)
- Moles, warts and skin tags – if they have changed size, shape or colour
- Inflammatory skin conditions – patches of skin that have a rash that is itchy, cracked, sore and red
Your GP or consultant will discuss your symptoms with you. Tests they may recommend include:
- Examining the skin on your face, chest or back to check the extent of your condition
- A special magnifying glass called a dermatoscope may be used to carefully look at any blemishes or moles
- Mole mapping where all the moles on your body are examined to detect for any abnormalities
- Total body photography may also be used as part of our mole mapping service to keep an accurate record of the exact size, colour and location of moles on your body
Treatment options for skin blemishes and lesions will depend on the nature and cause of your condition.Your GP or consultant may recommend include:
- Medications to improve your symptoms
- Excision (surgery) to treat the affected area (such as removal of a mole, wart or skin tag)
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.