Best wishes Rod for a full recovery. I assume that the "lump' is one of those that is far better 'out' than 'in'. Short term pain for long term gain
I have had two separate Melanoma-in-situ baddies removed in the past few years. My motorcycle-riding skin cancer surgeon tells me his expert skill will allow me a few more riding years yet
It comes with a severe anti-sun warning, even though the damage was done years ago. And I get to pay him excessive fees each 3 months so he can keep checking his handiwork