Coolangatta Medical Centre

Living in a country like Australia, with more than ample sun and a harsh climate augments the risk of skin cancer.  It is prudent to get a skin cancer check in the Gold Coast regularly.

Skin Cancer – How it is detected. Doctors use a variety of methods when checking for a skin cancer- below are two of the methods that can be used by a doctor.

The ABCDE Procedure

It occurs in the form of dysplastic nevi, also called the atypical mole. Identify this kind of mole by doing a check on the following:

• Asymmetry(A): The analysis is positive when the mole’s two halves fail to match
• Border(B): Edges appear uneven, scalloped and notched
• Colour (C): The shade changes from black, tan and brown to a red, blue and also white
• Evolving(E): If the mole begins to change its shape, colour, and elevation

The Ugly Duckling Procedure

It works under the assumption that moles present in an individual human body are similar. It means that a slightly different one may signify skin cancer.

During the skin check with one of the skin check doctors in Gold Coast near Tweed Heads, they can assist you with a spot check, or even a full skin check. Schedule a visit with us for a skin check in Gold Coast.

Skin Cancer Detection

At Coolangatta Medical Centre, qualified doctors have the requisite skills to take a close look at the skin and check for early-stage melanomas and non-melanoma skin cancers. Their early diagnosis and well-founded prognosis is what helps us stay ahead of this detrimental disease. Moreover, the facility is equipped to help us conduct any tests that the doctors may deem necessary.

Skin Cancer Treatments

The skin cancer doctors in Gold Coast can perform minor non-surgical procedures.

At Coolangatta Medical Centre the following Skin Cancer Treatments may be performed –

• Cream treatments
• Curettage and cautery
• Cryotherapy
• Simple Excisions

Book an appointment with one of the doctors in Coolangatta on the Gold Coast to do a skin cancer check. The team works towards the prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer in Coolangatta, Queensland.

The risk of skin cancer is dependent on the previous sun or UV exposure, family or personal history of skin cancer, skin type and general health. As it is unpredictable, it is recommended that you get the skin check done regularly.

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Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm
Saturday 8:30am – 1pm
Sunday 9am – 12pm

PH: (07) 5599 1400
EM: office@coolmedical.com.au
91 Griffith Street, Coolangatta, QLD