There are many ways to remove skin lesions. Surgical excision offered at The Nurse Clinic involves either
Full Excision,
Shave Excision,
Electrocautery or Curette.
Certain skin lesions must be sent for histology and this is factored into the cost, however, some patients choose to pay an additional cost to send their skin lesion for testing despite the clinical examination and clinician opinion considering it to be benign. We offer to send any skin lesion to histology for an additional charge of £180 per lesion. Let us know during your procedure if you would like this additional service.
How do I choose?
Skin Lesions suitable for excision are:
- Warts
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Milia
- Skin Tags
- Cherry Angioma
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Giant Comedone (Blackhead)
- Sebaceous Hyperplasia
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*ADDITIONAL LESIONS ARE CHARGED AT
£125 PER LESION*
Skin Lesions suitable for full excision are:
- Cysts
- Moles
- Lipoma
- Dermatofibroma
- Pyogenic Granuloma
This involves a surgical incision to fully remove the whole lesion and tissue to be sent for histology. Stitches/Sutures are then inserted to close the wound.
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*Although every effort is made during skin lesion removal procedures to ensure the lesions are treated effectively or excised fully, there may be rare occasions that the outcome is still not 100% effective. Warts and Verruca are particularly challenging to treat- Please be aware of this before booking your appointment and consenting to the procedure as no refunds will be given*
minimal PAIN
Most skin lesion removals are performed using local anaesthetic unless the lesion is very small. This means after this is administered you will feel no pain during the procedure.
instant removal
Electrocautery delivers an electrical current and heat to destroy the lesion and stop any bleeding. The lesion in therefore fully removed. Dermal curettes and Scalpels are tools to cut the lesions off. The Hyfrecator is then used to cauterise any bleeding that may occur
Fast & efficient
The procedure should be completed within 20-30 mins
cost effective
One procedure is performed rather than multiple visits.
Frequently asked questions
The Nurse Clinic treat the following:
- Warts
- Skin Tags
- Milia
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Cherry Angioma
- Cysts
- Lipoma
- Moles
After your procedure
- Swelling & Redness : Electrocautery causes minor inflammation to the skin due to the heat. The skin has redness and swelling after the procedure which is very normal.
- Scarring : Over time, this will develop into a scar.
Risks include infection, scarring, bleeding, or irritation. These risks are relatively low, especially when performed by a qualified health care professional within a registered clinical setting.
Yes you can have multiple lesions treated. The cost for 1 lesion to be treated starts at £250 (£300 for the eye lids or eye area). Any additional lesions are charged at £125 each.
The following conditions are contraindications to receiving ELECTROCAUTERY
- People with a cardiac pacemaker or cardiac arrhythmia
- People with a Defibrillator
- People with a Brain Stimulator
- People with a cochlear Implant.
- People with bleeding disorders
- Young children (who may find it too painful).
- Pregnant people or breastfeeding
EXCISION can be performed safely on most people unless they are allergic to local anaesthetic.
The alternative procedure is CRYOTHERAPY
Yes, the eyelids are a very delicate area. Donna Dady has received the qualifications and experience to perform this procedure.
This procedure involves a higher degree of skill and risk, Prices are slightly higher for this area of the body.
Appointments can be booked via the following link below
Certain lesions it is considered good clinical practice to send for histology to exclude any change of malignancy. These are Cysts, Lipoma, Dermatofibroma, Pyogenic Granuloma and Moles. The cost of histology is factored into the price. All other skin lesions are not routinely sent however if a lesion appears suspicious and atypical, the clinician may advise that histology is crucial. There will be an additional charge of £180 per lesion should this occur. If you decide against this advice then it is the clinicians right to refuse to operate and remove the lesion or you will be given the option to sign a disclaimer stating you understand the risks of not following medical advice.
The Nurse Clinic Skin Services
Click on any of the links below to find out more. Whether it is to cure or reassure we will be here for you.
How do I know I am in safe hands at The Nurse Clinic?
The Nurse Clinic is CQC Registered
CQC (Care Quality Commission) Registered in 2022 for the following Regulated Activities
- Treatment of Disease Disorder and Injury.
- Surgical Procedures
- Family Planning
For more information see link below
Donna Dady is NMC Registered
NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) is the mandatory regulatory board for all UK Nurses and Midwives in the UK. Their role is to:
- Promote high education and professional standards for nurses and midwives across the UK.
- Maintain the register of professionals eligible to practice.
- Investigate concerns about nurses, midwives and nursing associates
Over 25 years Experience in Nursing
Donna is the Founder and Advanced Nurse Specialist at The Nurse Clinic.
Registered General Nurse (1996) with extensive background of experience within GP Practice and Urgent Care settings.
She has worked in Oxford, Leicester, London and also travelled extensively overseas and worked aboard cruise liners as a Nursing Officer.
Highly competent in treating Adults and Children at an Advanced Level and is an Independent Nurse Prescriber.