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Skin Cancers

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Dr. Liew Hui Min

According to Skin Cancer Foundation Statistics, 1 in every 3 cancers diagnosed is a skin cancer. Fortunately, not all abnormal skin growths or moles are cancerous.

They could be pre-cancerous skin conditions such as dysplastic naevi, actinic keratosis, Bowen’s disease, or lentigo maligna, which has a small potential risk of transforming into skin cancers. Hence early detection and management of such pre-cancerous skin conditions is crucial in preventing skin cancers.

Fair skinned individuals who live in Singapore’s tropical climate are also at risk of developing skin cancers. Regular skin checks with a dermatologist is recommended.

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Main Types Of Skin Cancer:

  • Basal cell carcinoma (most common)
  • Squamous cell carcinoma
  • Melanoma

There are other rare forms of skin cancers which Dr Liew will be able to assist with as well.

Skin Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment

Our dermatologist, Dr. Liew, was trained in various prestigious dermatology departments in the United Kingdom, including King’s College Hospital and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London. Therefore, Dr Liew possesses the experience and knowledge in diagnosing and managing skin cancers.

If a skin cancer is suspected, Dr Liew will discuss with you on options such as a skin biopsy, skin surgery or even nail biopsy if there is a suspicious mole on your nail. If confirmed, she will discuss the treatment plan with you.

There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to skin cancer treatment. The best treatment for you is a balance amongst these factors – treatment effectiveness, cosmetic outcome, comfort level and impact on your lifestyle.

Skin cancer can be treated medically or surgically. Depending on the type of cancers, the sites, and your general health condition, Dr Liew will discuss all the available options in our clinic, as well as those not within our line of services, because we want you to have the best treatment.

Medical Treatments Available:

Our clinic offers a variety of topical and oral treatments that will be prescribed by Dr Liew after assessing your condition.

Surgical Treatments Available:

  1. Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy
  2. Curettage and electrodessication
  3. Laser ablation
  4. Excisional surgery – this remains the mainstay treatment for skin cancer
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Dr Liew Hui Min

Dr. Liew Hui Min is an accredited consultant dermatologist from the Ministry of Health and the General Medical Council UK.

Her clinical interest includes:

  • Paediatric Dermatology,
  • Women’s Dermatology,
  • General Adult Dermatology.

Having trained in major London Hospitals, Dr Liew returned to Singapore in 2014 as a Consultant at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) where she specialised in paediatric, women, obstetric and vulva dermatology. Currently, Dr Liew practices at HM Liew Skin & Laser Clinic located at Gleneagles Hospital.

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    Gleneagles Medical Centre

    6 Napier Road, #06-01
    Singapore 258499

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