Skin Conditions, Moles and Rashes: Same-Day Private GP Assessment in London
If you are worried about a mole, a new rash, persistent eczema, acne, or any other skin concern, The Online GP by The Wellness provides same-day private GP assessments at our Marylebone clinic. In-person consultations from £79 include thorough skin examination, diagnosis, treatment, and referral to a dermatologist if needed. Skin conditions account for approximately 24% of all GP consultations in the UK (British Association of Dermatologists, 2025), making them one of the most common reasons people see a doctor. On the NHS, a routine dermatology referral can take months. A private GP consultation provides immediate assessment and, where needed, fast-track specialist access.
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Moles: When to Worry and What We Do
The single most important message about moles is this: if a mole has changed, get it checked. Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is highly treatable when caught early (5-year survival rate over 90% for Stage 1, Cancer Research UK, 2025) but becomes progressively more dangerous as it advances. Approximately 16,700 new melanoma cases are diagnosed in the UK each year.
Use the ABCDE criteria as a guide. Asymmetry (one half does not match the other). Border irregularity (edges are ragged, notched, or blurred). Colour variation (multiple shades of brown, black, red, white, or blue within the mole). Diameter over 6mm (roughly the size of a pencil eraser, though melanomas can be smaller). Evolving (any change in size, shape, colour, or texture, or new symptoms such as itching or bleeding).
Not every changed mole is melanoma. Many are benign seborrhoeic keratoses, dermatofibromas, or normal moles undergoing age-related changes. But the only way to know is assessment by a trained doctor.
At The Online GP by The Wellness, your doctor will examine the mole, assess its features against established clinical criteria, and determine whether it requires reassurance only (most moles), monitoring and re-examination at a defined interval, or urgent referral to a dermatologist for possible biopsy. If referral is needed, we can arrange private dermatology appointments within days rather than the NHS two-week-wait pathway which, despite its name, can take longer to arrange in practice.
Common Skin Conditions We Treat
Eczema (atopic dermatitis). Affecting approximately 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults in the UK (National Eczema Society, 2025). Our doctors prescribe emollients, topical corticosteroids (appropriate potency for the affected area), calcineurin inhibitors, and can refer for specialist treatments (phototherapy, biologics) for severe cases.
Psoriasis. A chronic autoimmune condition affecting approximately 2% of the UK population. We provide initial assessment, topical treatments (corticosteroids, vitamin D analogues, coal tar preparations), and referral for systemic treatments or biologic therapies for moderate to severe disease.
Acne. Affecting 80% of people aged 11 to 30 at some point (BAD, 2025). We prescribe evidence-based treatment ladders from topical retinoids and benzoyl peroxide through oral antibiotics to referral for isotretinoin. Our longer consultations allow time to discuss the psychological impact of acne and develop a realistic treatment plan.
Rosacea. Causing facial redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes pustules. We prescribe topical and oral treatments (metronidazole, azelaic acid, low-dose doxycycline) and advise on trigger avoidance.
Fungal infections. Athlete's foot, ringworm, nail fungal infections, and candidal infections. Diagnosed clinically with targeted antifungal treatment (topical or oral depending on severity and location).
Bacterial skin infections. Impetigo, cellulitis, folliculitis, abscesses. Assessment, antibiotic prescriptions (topical or oral), and wound care advice. Urgent cases can be assessed same-day.
Contact dermatitis. Allergic or irritant reactions to substances in contact with the skin. Identification of the trigger, treatment with topical corticosteroids, and allergen avoidance advice. Patch testing referral available for complex cases.
Urticaria (hives). Itchy raised wheals that can be triggered by allergens, infections, stress, or have no identifiable cause. Antihistamine prescriptions, investigation of underlying triggers, and specialist referral for chronic urticaria lasting more than 6 weeks.
Hair loss. Investigation of causes including thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, hormonal imbalance, alopecia areata, and androgenetic alopecia. Blood tests available at the same appointment. Dermatology referral for specialist treatments.
Why an In-Person Appointment Matters for Skin
Skin conditions are best assessed in person. While photographs can provide a starting point, your doctor needs to see texture, scale, distribution across the body, blanching response (pressing on a rash to see if it fades), and finer details that cameras do not capture well. Palpation (feeling the skin) is important for assessing lumps, nodules, and the depth of lesions.
An in-person consultation at The Online GP by The Wellness (from £79) provides the most reliable skin assessment. Your doctor can examine the affected area in good clinical lighting, assess surrounding skin for related changes, and make a confident diagnosis that leads to effective treatment.
For follow-up assessments of known conditions (checking how treatment is working, adjusting prescriptions), phone or video consultations can be appropriate and save you a trip.
Book an In-Person Skin Assessment - WhatsApp | Email: team@thewellnesslondon.com | Call: 020 3951 3429
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a GP help with skin conditions? Yes. Most common skin conditions are effectively managed by a GP. Referral to a dermatologist is arranged for complex or severe cases.
Should I see a doctor about a changed mole? Yes, promptly. Any change in size, shape, colour, or texture warrants assessment. Same-day appointments available.
Can you refer to a dermatologist? Yes. Private dermatology referrals with appointments often within days. NHS referral letters to your NHS GP also available.
What skin conditions can a GP treat? Eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, fungal and bacterial infections, rashes, urticaria, contact dermatitis, and many others.
Can I send a photo first? You can share photos via WhatsApp to help guide the appointment, but in-person examination is recommended for accurate assessment.
Do you screen moles? We assess individual moles of concern and refer for biopsy if features are suspicious. Full-body mole mapping is available via dermatology referral.
Can you help with acne? Yes. Full range of evidence-based treatments from topicals through oral antibiotics to dermatology referral for isotretinoin.
The Online GP by The Wellness provides private doctor-led healthcare from our Marylebone clinic. Contact us on WhatsApp at +44 7961 280835, email team@thewellnesslondon.com, or call 020 3951 3429.
References
Cancer Research UK. Melanoma skin cancer statistics. Updated 2025.
British Association of Dermatologists. Skin conditions in primary care. Updated 2025.
National Eczema Society. Eczema prevalence. Updated 2025.
NICE. Skin conditions: antimicrobial prescribing. Updated 2024.
NICE. Suspected cancer: recognition and referral. NG12. Updated 2024.
