Skin Cancer Clinic
What is a Skin biopsy?
A biopsy is a small section of tissue that is removed to be looked at by a pathologist. For a skin biopsy, the area may be as small as a grain of rice of the size of a pea. The pathologist will look at the skin under a microscope and examine the tissue cells, looking for any changes or abnormalities. The results of the biopsy will determine your diagnosis and any further treatment required.
Immediately After a Biopsy
If local anesthetic has been used to collect the biopsy, expect some numbness around the area for the next few hours. When the anesthetic wears off, it is normal experience some tenderness. The area will usually be dressed with a band-aid or other small dressing.
How to Care for the Wound Site
Most of all, it is important to keep the dressing dry and intact. If the dressing becomes wet or soiled it, I time to change it. A wet dressing is a risk for infection. You might be asked by your doctor to clean the wound before applying a new dressing. Start by washing your hands with soap and water, and then dry them carefully with a clean towel. Cleanse the area with a cotton ball and saltwater solution that is made of 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of water. Then apply the fresh dressing.
Skin Procedures/Services
- SKIN CHECKS
- SKIN BIOPSY
- SKIN EXCISION – lipomas, cysts etc.
- FLAPS & GRAFTS – face, nose, scalp, lower limbs
- SKIN CANCER TREATMENT
- ALLERGIC SKIN DISORDERS
- ALOPECIA
- ECZEMA
- PSORIASIS
Dr Dip will consult with patients for skin cancer / melanoma consultations & procedures. Dr Dip’s qualifications include ; MBBS, FRACGP, MD, DRANZCOG (advanced), Professional /Advanced Certificate Skin Cancer Medicine & Surgery & Aesthetics ,Diploma Skin Cancer surgery, Certificate complex skin cancer surgery. He is also a college examiner for RANZCOG.
Dr Dip provides comprehensive skin assessments which include diagnosis and if required, biopsy and excisions with flaps and grafts. He also treats patients with various other skin ailments.