RASCAL CLINIC (Rapid Access Skin Cancer and Lesion Clinic)

Bristol Plastic Surgery hold a Weekly Clinic run by a Consultant Plastic Surgeon with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers.
Malignant melanomas may be removed the same day, but no later than one week after diagnosis.
Other skin cancers will be removed as quickly as our Surgeon feels is necessary, but usually within 2 weeks.
Non-urgent removal of moles and lesions can be booked at a time to suit you.
All moles and lesions removed will be sent for full histology and you will be informed of the results.

For appointments:
Call: 0117 980 9623
E-mail: rascal@bristolplasticsurgery.com

Dangers Associated with Exposure to the Sun

Whilst we all feel better when the sun is shining and there is evidence that sunshine is good for us (extra Vitamin D for example), there are many dangers associated with exposure to the sun.
The most obvious is sunburn, where the skin reddens, becomes sore and may even blister.
Even without burning, over the years exposure to the ultraviolet rays in sunshine will cause skin to age prematurely. The effects are sagging and wrinkling, loss of elasticity and brown spots on the skin.
As well as ageing, sun exposure is the most common cause of skin cancers and some of these – melanoma for example – can be fatal.

Protection from the Sun

The best way to avoid problems associated with sun exposure is to follow some simple guidelines:

• Wear plenty of sunscreen – one which blocks UVA and UVB and has an SPF of 15 or more
• Wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers
• Put on a hat – especially one with a wide brim
• Stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm
• Avoid using sun beds

SCARF (Skin Cancer Research Fund) – see their website via our Links Page.

For every patient seen, BPS will donate £5 to SCARF

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