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Worried about a changing mole? Get professional clarity at Muhammad’s Pharmacy in Manor Park. We use high-resolution dermoscopy to capture clinical images. You’ll receive your detailed report in a few days.
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A simple three-step process to have your moles checked by a dermatologist at our pharmacy.
Book online or call us. Come with the mole visible and avoid plasters or makeup.
The pharmacist captures magnified images with a dermatoscope. The process takes about 20 minutes and is painless.
Your images are sent to a GMC-registered dermatologist for review. You receive a written report, and we explain it.
Use the ABCDE checklist at home to identify any mole changes that need a professional examination.
You don't need us to start. ABCDE is the checklist doctors use; it takes five minutes in front of a mirror, and it costs nothing.
Fold the mole down the middle in your head. Do the two halves match? Most harmless moles are fairly even. One that looks lopsided is worth a second look.
Healthy moles usually have a clean edge you could trace with a pen. Ragged, notched, or fuzzy borders that seem to bleed into the skin around them are the ones to flag.
One mole, one colour, roughly. If you can see two or three shades in the same spot, or a darker patch has appeared inside it recently, get it checked.
Anything wider than 6mm, about the size of a pencil eraser. Size on its own means very little. Plenty of large moles are perfectly fine. It matters when it turns up alongside the other signs.
Change is the big one. Bigger, darker, raised where it used to be flat, itchy, crusty, bleeding. If a mole is different from how it looked six months ago, that's the strongest reason on this list to book.
Moles often resemble each other in size and color. If one looks different, it needs attention, even if it seems fine otherwise. Trust your instinct if it feels off.
Important indicators for skin cancer in darker skin tones where traditional sun-exposure advice often falls short.
Skin cancer advice usually focuses on pale skin and sun exposure. It often overlooks melanoma in Black, South Asian, and East Asian people. Melanoma can show up on palms, soles, and under nails. Sunscreen isn't effective against it. Amelanotic melanoma can appear without pigment and is usually more advanced, leading to a worse prognosis.
Look for a flat dark patch that doesn't fade and doesn't heal. It often gets written off as a bruise, a callus or a wart, and people wait for it to clear up. If a mark on your palm or the sole of your foot has been there for weeks, get it looked at.
Most dark nail streaks are harmless, especially on darker skin, and many people have them for years. See a doctor if the streak is new, in one nail only, widening, darkening, or spreading to the skin.
Between the toes. Under the arms. The soles of the feet. Standard advice on sunburn and vacations often misses these areas. So, issues here are checked less frequently and found last.
ABCDE is for body moles; CUBED is for foot moles: colour change, uncertain diagnosis, bleeding, enlargement, delayed healing (over 2 months). If two or more of these signs apply, see a doctor.
Find out if this private mole screening service is right for your skin health needs today.
Mole screening suits most adults who've spotted something they're unsure about. Our pharmacist will confirm it's the right service for you at the appointment.
A comparison of mole assessment options to help you choose the best route for your needs.
Dermatoscope images taken and sent for specialist review
GMC-registered consultant dermatologist
Days
A mole you're unsure about, when you want an answer quickly
GP Appointment
Visual check, referral made if needed
Your GP
Days to weeks for the appointment
Free NHS assessment and the route into hospital care
NHS Two-Week-Wait Referral
Urgent hospital dermatology appointment
Hospital dermatologist
Around two weeks from referral
Anything your GP considers urgent. Free, and the right route
Private Dermatology Clinic
Face-to-face consultation, biopsy or removal available on site
Consultant dermatologist
Days to weeks
Full-body mapping, or when a mole needs removing
Checking It Yourself
ABCDE and CUBED at home
You
Immediate
Spotting changes early and knowing when to get help
If your GP identifies a mole as urgent, the NHS two-week pathway is free and appropriate. We provide a quick expert opinion for those unsure and wanting immediate answers.
Understand what your dermatologist’s report means and the next steps for your ongoing skin health journey.
Your report will have one of two outcomes:
If you receive the second result, take the written report to your GP, as pharmacies can’t make referrals. This helps streamline the process.
Important note: A clear report means no suspicious features were seen at the time, but it’s not a guarantee. If the mole changes or you still have concerns, consult your GP regardless of the report.
Clear information on the limitations of our screening service to ensure you receive the right care.
We'd rather tell you the limits upfront than have you find out later.
It checks the moles you mention. It captures clear, magnified images. Then, you get an opinion from a GMC-registered dermatologist in just a few days. It also tells you clearly if further assessment is needed.
It can't diagnose skin cancer, take a biopsy, or remove a mole. It doesn't replace an urgent NHS referral. And it isn't a full-body mole map, so we're checking what you show us rather than surveying every inch of skin.
One more thing. A clear result today is a snapshot, not a lifetime guarantee. Keep checking yourself, and come back if something changes.
Identify the specific symptoms that require immediate medical attention from your GP rather than pharmacy screening.
Some things need a doctor now, not an imaging appointment.
In any of these, ring your GP or NHS 111 first. We're happy to help afterwards, but they should see you first.
Transparent information regarding our private mole screening fees and what is included in your appointment cost.
Mole screening is a private service and isn't available on the NHS. The fee covers the appointment, the imaging, and the specialist review and written report. It depends on how many moles you want looked at, so we'll confirm the price before we start. Call us or check the booking page for current rates.
Serving Manor Park since 2012, our GPhC-regulated pharmacy offers convenient access to specialist mole assessments for East London residents.
Book your appointment directly without waiting for a doctor's letter.
Every image is reviewed by a GMC-registered consultant dermatologist.
We use clinical-grade dermoscopy for a much deeper look than a naked-eye check.
Receive your detailed written report and specialist feedback in just a few days.
Enjoy the flexibility of booking appointments online at your convenience.
Benefit from customised recommendations based on your unique skin concerns and needs.
Muhammad's Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy led by a qualified team who know their patients and genuinely care about the Manor Park community.
Muhammad L Qadir is the Superintendent Pharmacist at Muhammad's Pharmacy, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in community pharmacy to Manor Park, East London.
He is GPhC registered and qualified as an independent prescriber, with specialist training in travel health, vaccination administration, and Yellow Fever certification. Muhammad leads a team of male and female pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who are dedicated to accessible, patient-centred care on the high street.
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Around 20 minutes. Most of that is the imaging itself. You won't be sitting in a waiting room, since appointments run to a set time.
Just leave the area bare and clean. No makeup, moisturiser, fake tan or plasters on the mole, as anything on top makes the images harder to read.
No, this service is for adults (18+) only. Paediatric cases need special expertise. So, refer them to a GP or a children's clinic.
Not automatically. The report is yours. If it recommends further assessment, take it to your GP so they can start the referral, since a pharmacy can't refer you directly.
There's no fixed schedule for most people. Check yourself monthly and come back whenever something changes. If you've a family history of skin cancer, ask your GP what interval suits you.
