@Julez1958 and @arpie best thing to have regular checks. Caught early is the key to success otherwise the story is not a happy one. Even melanoma caught early can have significant scaring. I had a level 2 on my back which has a 13 inch scar, others that were level 1 have 4 or 5 inch scars.
I had the genetic testing but not brca gene for me. Brca 2 links melanoma and breast cancer but Even without that gene it is still a strong link.
I am dreading my next surgery for my melanoma as it is on my ankle and there is not alot of skin there so who knows what it will be like or my recovery. My morning walks will be off the agenda for a while I 🤔