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Suggest Treatment For Spots On The Lower Back And Chest

i have some small spots on my lower back and chest, which i think is from too much beach time when i was young. My doctor has referred me to a dermatologist for a complete examination. I may have to be completely disrobed and would prefer not to have a female doctor. Can i request and get that? If not, can i go to a different (male) dermatologist on request? thanks, dv
posted on Sun, 22 Jan 2017
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Hello,

If the spots you mention is suspected to be from sun exposure in years it is important for you to have a visit with the dermatologist as the doctor has already recommended.
You should have the right to choose your doctor and choose a male doctor if you are not comfortable with a female doctor. On the other hand the doctor that will examine you will need to expose the areas of the lesions to have a good view of them so it is unavoidable that the doctor will ask you to expose those areas.

I hope I have answered to your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards,

Antoneta Zotaj
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Spots On The Lower Back And Chest

Hello, If the spots you mention is suspected to be from sun exposure in years it is important for you to have a visit with the dermatologist as the doctor has already recommended. You should have the right to choose your doctor and choose a male doctor if you are not comfortable with a female doctor. On the other hand the doctor that will examine you will need to expose the areas of the lesions to have a good view of them so it is unavoidable that the doctor will ask you to expose those areas. I hope I have answered to your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Kind regards, Antoneta Zotaj General & Family Physician