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I got badly sunburned on my forehead and head. could one bad burn cause skin cancer?
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Not really: There is a linkage to repeated sun damage, particularly prior to puberty.One episode is not going to do it but will hopefully remind you that sunblock/headware is a a simple and inexpensive way to help avoid it.
Answered 6/7/2016
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