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Is there anything i can eat to prevent skin cancer or conditions?

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Dr. Karen Han answered

No: Thus far, the only clear and known risk factor for skin cancer is the amount of sun exposure. By reducing sun exposure, your risk of developing skin cancer is reduced, emphasizing the need for sun protection and sun safe measures. This includes routine use of sunscreens, seek shade, use sun protective clothing and routine skin checks.

Answered 12/31/2014

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Low fat diest: Although this will not have an effect on basal cell or melanomas, it will reduce new actinic keratosis formation. These are pre cancers. The study was published from univ of arizona.In addition to dietary changes limit sun exposure and use a sunscreen when outside. If you have even one skin cancer get checked at least once a year so that any new lesions can be treated early.

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Dr. Travis Kidner answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Sunscreen: Wear sunscreen. Avoid getting a sunburn. Never use a tanning bed. Cover your skin with a hat and clothes when our for extended periods of time. And it is important to see your friendly dermatologist for routine skin examinations.

Answered 12/10/2013

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