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A member asked:
If you had breast cancer and took chemo can you tan in a tanning bed without harming yourself?
19 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No.: Due to skin cancer risks of tanning beds, I am in agreement with ben ferguson who states that there is no exposure to tanning beds that is safe or harmless, chemo or no chemo.
Answered 5/16/2016
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No: Cancer doctors do not recommend tanning booths or sun tanning because there is the risk of causing skin cancer many years later. The worst one being melanoma. Most chemo drugs would allow you to tan if you wanted, however there are some that sensitize the skin and you need to ask your medical oncologist. I don't recommend tanning for anybody.
Answered 2/11/2012
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No: Tanning is not safe and is not recommended for anyone. It increases the risk of skin cancer and accelerates facial and body aging. Sunscreen with titanium and zinc can help protect you from uva and uvb rays, but avoiding sun exposure is best. Spray tanning and tanning lotions are a reasonable alternative to achieve a bronzed look, but they may not be safe for pregnant/ lactating women.
Answered 10/23/2017
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