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Can you protect your skin from skin cancer, following 10 years of intermittent sun bed use, from the age of 14? i thoroughly regret using them now.
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Avoid sun now: You can't undo the past, but you can protect your skin now by avoiding sun exposure between 10 and 2 , wearing protective clothing, using sunscreen. Inspect your skin regularly and report any changes to your doctor.
Answered 6/7/2014
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Start now: Your use of a sun bed has increased your risk of developing skin cancers. I would recommend that you undergo a complete skin cancer screening by a dermatologist at least once or twice a year. Never use a sun bed again. Wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and try to cover up as much as possible when outdoors for prolonged periods of time.
Answered 2/9/2017
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