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Is solarium that bad if done once per year?i try to avoid sun bcz it has caused me to have a lot of moles..so does solarium cause moles too?i'm white

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Avoid tanning booth: It is a very bad idea. The tanning booth can contribute to your risk of skin cancer.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Is solarium that bad if done once per year?i try to avoid sun bcz it has caused me to have a lot of moles..so does solarium cause moles too?i'm white

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

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