NHS skin cancer symptoms after Danielle Lloyd's 'shock' diagnosis

Model Danielle Lloyd has revealed she has been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer. In a video post to her Instagram Story on Friday, the 41-year-old TV personality said she was “really shocked” to receive the news and would need to have an operation to determine if it has spread.

The mother-of-five used the opportunity to encourage others to see a doctor if they have noticed changes to their skin or body which could be a sign of cancer.

In the emotional video, she said: “I don’t really know how to say this and I didn’t know whether to come on and say this but I just feel like I have to raise awareness about this happening to other people. Today I have been diagnosed with a form of skin cancer.

“And I just want to raise awareness for anyone who might think they’ve got something funny on their body, they see a mole that’s growing that’s not normal – please, please, please go to your doctor because honestly, you just never know.”

Lloyd said the Macmillan nurses at the hospital has “really supported” her after she received the health news which had “really shocked” her.

She added: “Just honestly, not what I expected today. And I suppose not what anyone expects. But please guys look after your skin. Stay off sunbeds, wear factor 50. Just look after yourself because honestly you never know what’s going to happen.”

NHS skin cancer symptoms

The appearance of a lump or discoloured patch on the skin that continues to persist after a few weeks can be a sign of a form of skin cancer according to the NHS website. A new mole or a change in an existing mole may also be signs of skin cancer.

The NHS says: "A new mole or a change in an existing mole may be signs of melanoma. Melanomas can appear anywhere on your body, but they're more common in areas that are often exposed to the sun.

"Some rarer types can affect the eyes, soles of the feet, palms of the hands or genitals. Check your skin for any unusual changes. Use a mirror or ask a partner or friend to check any areas you cannot see."

It added that normal moles usually do not change over time. A mole that changes size, shape or colour may be a melanoma.

Other signs to look out for include moles that are:

• swollen and sore
• bleeding
• itchy
• crusty

See a GP if:

• you have a mole that's changed size, shape or colour
• you have a mole that's painful or itchy
• you have a mole that's inflamed, bleeding or crusty
• you have a new or unusual mark on your skin that has not gone away after a few weeks
• you have a dark area under a nail that has not been caused by an injury

Finding a melanoma as early as possible can mean it's easier to treat.

The glamour model has been open about her health issues in the past, including revealing she had vaginal rejuvenation treatment after her pregnancies left her struggling with incontinence. She also previously discussed how she felt “forced” to have cosmetic work done to her face after being trolled online about her looks.

During an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine in 2018, Lloyd read out negative messages sent to her online, one of which described her as “wrecked and trashy” and that she “looks like a bloke”. Lloyd rose to prominence as a beauty queen who was crowned Miss England 2004 and later Miss Great Britain 2006.

In 2007, Lloyd featured on the fifth series of the reality show Celebrity Big Brother. She made it to the final three of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins in 2023 alongside singer Gareth Gates and former health secretary Matt Hancock, but missed out on completing the course at the final stage.