Parkwood Skin Clinic logo
lumps and bumps on the cheek of an asian woman

Parkwood skin clinic

Lumps, Moles & Skin Growths

Doctor-Led Evaluation and Removal of Skin Lumps, Moles and Growths

Not all skin lumps or moles are dangerous — but every skin growth deserves proper medical assessment.

At Parkwood Skin Clinic, we provide doctor-led evaluation and management of moles, cysts, lipomas and other skin growths, with a focus on accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and optimal healing.

We do not treat skin growths as purely cosmetic concerns. Our approach prioritises medical safety first, with cosmetic outcomes considered as part of good clinical care

examination of moles on the back

When Should a Skin Growth Be Checked?

You should consider an assessment if a lump, mole or skin growth:

  • is new or changing
  • is growing, painful, bleeding or ulcerated
  • catches, rubs, or becomes irritated
  • looks different from your other spots
  • causes anxiety or uncertainty

Many skin cancers — particularly early melanomas and non-melanoma skin cancers — can look subtle. A proper assessment helps avoid both missed diagnoses and unnecessary removal.

What We Assess

  • During your appointment, we assess:
  • – moles and pigmented lesions
  • – cysts (sebaceous / epidermoid cysts)
  • – lipomas (fatty lumps)
  • – skin tags
  • – benign growths
  • – suspicious or atypical lesions

Where appropriate, dermoscopy and ultrasound are used to examine lesions in detail and guide management decisions.

Our Medical Approach

Every appointment begins with assessment, not automatic removal.

Your doctor will:

  • – examine the lesion(s) clinically with dermoscopy and Ultrasound when appropriate
  • – assess risk based on appearance, history, and location
  • – discuss whether monitoring, biopsy, or removal is recommended
  • – explain treatment options and expected outcomes

 

This ensures that removal is appropriate, necessary, and planned properly.

skin check with dermatoscope

sebaceous Cyst

Epidermoid cysts are painless, noncancerous bumps that can develop anywhere on the skin – commonly seen on faces and trunks. 

epidermoid cyst
seborrhoeic leratosis

Seborrhoeic Keratosis

Seborrhoeic keratosis is a common skin condition that usually shows up with aging, appearing as brown, black or tan waxy growths. It often affects the face, chest, shoulders and back in older adults – sometimes multiple lesions appear together. 

Skin tags

Skin tags are small, soft growths that typically develop on areas where the skin rubs against itself, such as the neck, armpits, and eyelids. While harmless, they can be bothersome or affect appearance, leading many people to seek removal. 

skin tags
lipoma on the right forearm

Lipoma

Lipomas are a common but often harmless medical condition, where fatty lumps appear just under the skin. While usually slow growing and non-cancerous, they can be painful at times or require removal if necessary. 

Dermal Nevus

Approximately one in every hundred babies is born with an intradermal nevus, a noncancerous skin growth that has the same pigmentation as its surroundings.

Epidermal_nevus

Cosmetic Outcome Matters — But Safety Comes First

While cosmetic appearance is important, our priority is:

  1. accurate diagnosis
  2. complete and safe removal
  3. appropriate healing

We use careful surgical techniques to minimise scarring while maintaining medical safety.

couple late 50's to 60's

Why Choose Parkwood Skin Clinic?

  • Doctor-led assessment and procedures
  • Dermoscopic evaluation
  • Integrated diagnosis and treatment
  • Clear explanations and shared decision-making
  • Focus on safety, accuracy, and long-term skin health

We Will Help You Every Step Of The Way​

over 15 years of medical experience

Book a Consultation