It’s not always easy to tell just by looking. Warts often have a rough surface and can appear on the hands, feet, or other areas. Cysts usually feel like a small lump under the skin and may have a visible punctum (a tiny opening). Skin tags are soft, dangling growths, while moles are usually flat or slightly raised with a uniform colour. If you’re unsure, we can examine the lump during a consultation and explain exactly what it is and how best to treat it.

You don’t need a referral to see us. You can book a consultation directly, and in most cases, we can carry out the removal in the same appointment. If we feel that your lesion needs further investigation, for example, if there are any signs it could be suspicious, we’ll advise you on the safest next steps.

No, but they can look similar. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can spread or grow in clusters. Skin tags are harmless, soft growths that aren’t contagious. Both can be removed quickly and safely in the clinic, often in a single visit.

Most lumps, such as warts, skin tags, lipomas, and cysts, are completely harmless. However, if a mole is changing in size, colour, or shape, or if you have a lump that’s painful, bleeding, or growing quickly, it’s important to get it checked. Our doctors are trained to assess these signs and can remove the lesion or refer you for further tests if needed.

For most conditions, removal can be done on the same day as your consultation. The procedure itself is usually quick, often 20 to 30 minutes, and you can return to your normal activities straight away. Larger lipomas or complex cysts may need a slightly longer appointment, but we’ll explain everything before treatment.

The safest method is a minor surgical excision under local anaesthetic. This allows the doctor to remove the entire lipoma or cyst sac, reducing the chance of it coming back. It’s a straightforward procedure, and you can usually go home within an hour. Stitches are often used for a clean, minimal scar, and we provide full aftercare advice.

Yes. If you have several warts, skin tags, or other small lesions, we can often remove them during the same visit. This saves you having to book multiple appointments and keeps the recovery period simple and straightforward.

Any procedure that breaks the skin can leave a small mark, but we use techniques designed to minimise scarring. Most warts, tags, and small cysts heal with only a faint mark that fades over time. Following the aftercare instructions carefully — such as keeping the area clean and avoiding picking at the scab — helps the skin heal smoothly.

Most removals are very quick and virtually painless because we use a local anaesthetic to numb the area. After the procedure, you might feel mild soreness for a day or two, which is easily managed with over-the-counter pain relief if needed. We’ll give you tailored aftercare instructions, including how to clean the area and when to return for suture removal if required.