Living down under, we've had the dangers of too much sun exposure drummed into us for a number of years. The depletion of the ozone layer is said to be responsible for the increase in the numbers of skin cancers, scary stuff really. On a Sunday morning, my current girlfriend and I were relaxing in bed after a more than satisfying sexual romp; we were much too drunk and full of food to do it the night before. I was lying contently on my stomach as she rubbed her hands over my back.
"I think you should get some of these moles and freckles checked. Some of them seem to be getting bigger." she commented.
Now like most single men, I avoid going to the doctor like the plague unless it's a life or death situation. But her comment scared the hell out of me, the next day I rang and made a late after work appointment to see my local doctor. All was looking good until I got to the surgery where I was informed that my usual doctor was on vacation, and that a locum was standing in for him. No problem I thought, Dr Rochard would be fine.
I was somewhat surprised that Dr Rochard was a woman, and not an unattractive one at that. But it wasn't going to be a problem as I was only going to get the moles on my back checked. After explaining what my concerns were, she asked me to remove my shirt. For the next few minutes Dr Rochard poured over my upper body with a small scope. She then asked me to sit on a chair and examined my scalp through my hair.
"Well, I don't think you've got anything to worry about. There's probably a few moles that I'll measure and would suggest that we keep an eye on just to be on the safe side. I think we should have a look at the rest of you while you're here and I've got a bit of time. "
She immediately saw right through my dilemma and gave me the standard response, "Look, I'm a doctor and I don't think you've got anything I haven't seen before."
She then smiled, "I know you might feel uncomfortable about this but it could save your life. You don't have to if you don't want to, but I'd recommend it with what I've seen so far."
I relented, seconds later I lay nude and face down on the examination bed praying that no one would walk in the unlocked door. I have to admit that she was very thorough as she examined the heels of my feet and worked her way upwards leaving nothing out. She talked to me about things happening around our town and the rest of the world and I gradually become more comfortable with the situation. I was eventually asked to turn over and after examining between my toes she began working upwards. And then the unthinkable happened. I began to get aroused as she examined around my upper thighs and balls. I did everything to stop it; I began thinking about work, local politics, and problems with my car. I bit my lip and tongue but it was to no avail. My cock was soon standing to its proud six and a half inches. I've never been so embarrassed in my whole life, but Dr Rochard didn't miss a beat.
"Don't worry about it." she said unassumingly, "It's quite natural. Anyway, it makes it easy to examine in that state." she joked.
I just closed my eyes and wished for a quick death.
A few minutes later it was all over, I was dressed, embarrassed and sitting in front of her desk while she made some notes on a computer. She then turned her attention back to me.
"Okay, I think it was a good thing that you came in. There's nothing that looks ominous but I suggest you get checked at least once or year. Make sure that you don't get sunburnt and if you see any changes in your moles, then get them looked at immediately. I'll give you a brochure so you know what to look for."
I nodded my thanks and bolted for the door. Being closer she reached it before me; she looked at me, and sensing my embarrassment she laughed.
"Don't worry about it, I'll take it as a compliment. Anyway, you've not got too much to be embarrassed about it if you know what I mean. Just don't tell anyone I told you that."
I just grinned stupidly at her as I walked out, she was still grinning as she closed the door behind me.
For the next few weeks I cursed myself, for it was surely the most embarrassing moment in my life. I even had nightmares about her telling all of her colleagues about it. I got over it as time went past, after all, I'd probably never see Dr Rochard again.
About six months later I was dating Annie, a blonde I'd met at a bar. As usual when dating someone new, I began to socialise with her circle of friends. They were generally a good bunch and I'm an easy going friendly sort of guy. While I like to laugh and joke a lot, I take care not to offend too many people. Then Annie invited me to a New Years Eve party which was being put on by one of her friends. For one reason or another we got there a little late and the BBQ's were working overtime for the sixty odd guests. Annie and I poured drinks from our bottles and began mingling with the other guests, some I'd met and others I hadn't.
I didn't recognise her at first, but our eyes caught from opposite sides of the patio area. She looked over at me, raised her glass and smiled.
Annie noticed, "Do you know her? She's a doctor."
"Really?" I replied looking for the closest exit.
But Annie took me by the arm and led me around talking to people and introducing me to those I hadn't met before. My eyes kept on drifting back to where I saw Dr Rochard, but she had thankfully disappeared, hopefully for the night. My anxiety began to wane after a few drinks and Annie and I got talking to a small group of people. We were soon chatting and laughing. It was a bit later when I ventured to the drinks table to find our bottles. I was pouring drinks when someone walked up beside me.
"I hope you weren't avoiding me on purpose." said the voice next to me.
I turned and found myself looking at Dr Rochard.
I smiled, "Actually, yes I was."
She grinned, "I don't know why. All my consultations are confidential. Rest assured, no one will ever know. Anyway, work is work and now its play time."
"That was the most embarrassing moment of my life."
"I see things like that every day." Then she laughed, "Well, not quite like that every day. It could've been far worse."
"How so?" I inquired.
"Well, you could've come in for a prostate check."
I looked up at the sky as if in deep thought, "I dunno. I'd always go for a doctor with small fingers."
Now it was most unfortunate that Dr Rochard had taken a mouthful of red wine at that precise moment. She first laughed at my comment, then choked and coughed. The contents of her mouth were soon upon my new cream shirt, I looked down as the red stain spread through the cotton material.