Question 1

i have new moles growing where i had two blistering sun burns from the tanning bed. could they be cancerous?

Accepted Answer

I would have: These evaluated by a dermatologist. Can't know if they are malignant without a biopsy. Please don't use a tanning bed.

Question 2

can hsv2 be transmitted through a tanning bed? i keep seeing articles saying it is possible and others that say its only possible through skin to skin contact. whats true and whats not?

Accepted Answer

: Any source that says tanning beds or any other nonsexual contact can transmit HSV2 is either lying or embarrassingly naive. Nobody catches HSV2 without having sex with an infected partner. See the reply to your other question:  your partner has HSV2 and needs a blood test to document it. Good luck.

Question 3

are spray tans healthier than tanning beds?

Accepted Answer

BAN TANNING: Indoor tanning is dangerous due to the abundant exposure of ultraviolet radiation.  Studies have shown increased risk of skin cancer and premature aging of the skin associated with tanning salons.  Sunless tanning sprays are much safer.

Question 4

can vitamin d3 from tanning beds?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but harms ....: You can, but not a good way.  Photo aging of skins occurs and your risk for skin cancer increases. Our paleolithic ancestors could run around naked, but the skin and cancer issues were not important since they rarely lived beyond 25! do your self a favor: sun in moderation with sunscreen. Take 2000iu d3 per day as gel cap!

Question 5

can a tanning bed cause trichomoniasis?

Accepted Answer

No: If the tanning bed is cleaned no worries, it is usually sexually transmitted.

Question 6

will laying in the tanning bed help my acne?

Accepted Answer

Bad idea: You will age your skin, invite skin cancer, and you are neglecting effective Rx. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, get with your physician.

Question 7

tanning beds ok to self treat pityriasis rosea?

Accepted Answer

No: Pityriasis rosea is a self-limited condition. If you feel you need therapy, see a physician who can prescribe a topical medication. Avoid tanning beds where you will get unreliable dosing as well as uncertain wavelength delivery. Not worth putting your future self at risk to treat a condition that goes away on its own.

Question 8

how to treat this super itchy sunburn from tanning bed?

Accepted Answer

OH YES!: Tanning beds are dangerous! keep sunburn cool with moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant & apply sap to  skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek medical care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of sxs within several days.

Question 9

if i have a sun allergy and use tanning beds, is it okay?

Accepted Answer

Sun light allergy: It is a rare condition of getting an allergic reaction to sun light. Depending on the wave length of the light, e.g. Allergic to toward the lager infra-red wave length or to the smaller ultraviolet wave length, you might develop the same symptoms when you use the bed tan. Be tan is uv light.

Question 10

i was wondering are tanning beds safe with hip prosthesis?

Accepted Answer

Tanning beds are NOT: safe period.  This is a significant &amp; unnecessary risk for skin cancer.

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I was wondering are tanning beds safe with hip prosthesis?

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