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Stranger's Warning Saves Woman From Deadly Skin Cancer
21 Jan
Summary
- A stranger, an off-duty dermatologist, alerted a woman to a concerning mole.
- The mole was diagnosed as stage 1 melanoma, detected early enough for high survival rates.
- The woman is now seeking the stranger to express her gratitude.
In June 2025, Emma Wigmore's life took a critical turn on London's South Bank. An off-duty dermatologist, despite initial hesitation, approached Wigmore to express concern about a mole on her back.
Wigmore, initially surprised, took the stranger's advice seriously. Upon returning home, she promptly consulted her GP, who initiated an urgent cancer referral. A private doctor confirmed the mole's problematic nature, leading to its immediate removal.
Weeks later, while on holiday, Wigmore received the diagnosis: stage 1 melanoma. The early detection, thanks to the stranger's warning, prevented the cancer from progressing to a more serious stage.
