A member asked:

I was diagnosed with bowens disease, already had some surgical removal, but keep getting more, will this be normal for me now..?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Check out this link.: Minimizing sun exposure , wearing protective clothing and wide brim hat when ur outdoor etc will prevent future outbreaks etc. Follow up woth ur dermatologist. Take care! http://www.Patient.Co.Uk/health/bowens-disease.

Answered 3/29/2014

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Dr. Howard Shapiro answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Nephrology & Dialysis

Annual checkup: Bowen's disease is a very low-grade skin cancer related to exposure to sunlight. The effects of sunlight are cumulative and will always be with you. You need an annual visit to a dermatologist who will check the skin of your whole body for new areas that will need to be treated.

Answered 3/30/2014

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