Skin Lesion Removal Near Winchester

Many people put off removing a skin lesion because they are not sure what the procedure involves, whether it will scar, or how to access treatment without waiting for an NHS referral. These are all reasonable concerns, and we can address each one directly.

Skin lesion removal at Changes Clinic is a minor surgical procedure carried out under local anaesthetic. Most patients feel little more than the initial anaesthetic injection. The removal itself is typically painless, and the whole procedure takes less than an hour for most lesions. Healing time varies by lesion type and size, but the majority of patients return to normal activity the same day.

On scarring: any surgical removal that breaks skin will leave some trace. The aim is to minimise this through careful technique, appropriate wound closure and aftercare guidance. Your practitioner will tell you what to expect for the specific lesion before you agree to treatment.

On referrals: you do not need a GP referral to book at Changes Clinic. You can self-refer for a consultation. If your lesion requires further investigation or onward referral, we will advise you on the appropriate next step.

Here is what we offer at Changes Clinic.

Skin lesion removal is a minor surgical procedure that requires proper training, sterile technique and an understanding of wound management. At Changes Clinic, our practitioners carry out a clinical assessment of every lesion before any procedure is agreed. We assess the appearance, size, location and your medical history before recommending removal.

We work from a CQC-registered clinic at 1000 Lakeside, Cosham, Portsmouth. All procedures use sterile surgical instruments and local anaesthetic. Where the lesion's nature is uncertain, we will advise on histological assessment of the removed tissue.

Read more about what we treat on our skin lesion removal page.