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Overview Use the following tips to protect your skin from the sun. You may decrease your chances of getting skin cancer and help prevent wrinkles. People with darker skin don't sunburn as easily. But …
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… sun and its ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer. You can reduce your risk for skin cancer by: Protecting your skin, and that …
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… use a waterproof lotion. Do not wait for signs of burning to get your baby out of the …
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… swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should … or walking outdoors. What are other sun safety tips? Always protect your child’s skin and try …
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… Overview Psoriasis is a long-term (chronic) skin problem that causes skin cells to grow too quickly. This growth … thick, white, silvery, or red patches of skin (called plaques). Normally, skin cells …
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… Actionset Overview Eczema (say "EGG-zuh-muh") is also called … Or there may be patches of lighter skin. Eczema often runs in families. People with eczema may also have allergies and asthma. …
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… rays are the main causes of damage to the skin from the sun. UVA and UVB rays affect the … prevented. Use the following tips to protect your skin. Avoid exposure to the sun Try to … Cancer Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) Protecting Your Skin From the Sun Skin Cancer, …
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… things like trees, umbrellas or canopies. Sunburn is caused by overexposure to UV rays. … also increase the effect of UV rays causing sunburn.  Related Information Lymphedema … Your Skin From the Sun Skin Changes Sunburn Credits Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 …
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… What is melanoma? Melanoma is a kind of skin cancer in which abnormal skin cells grow out … a baseline to compare with follow-up photos. Screening tests for skin cancer Skin cancer
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… Condition Basics What is squamous cell skin cancer? Squamous cell skin cancer is a common … in a new place. Learn more Skin Cancer Screening When to Call a Doctor Watch closely …