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Is it safe to tan while i have eczema and am using a steroid lotion?

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Dr. Robert Bader answered

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Tanning with eczema: Sun is often very helpful for eczema, although sometimes the involved skin does not tan as well as other areas, leaving mottled skin pigmentation.

Answered 8/5/2013

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A member asked:

Is it safe to tan while i have eczema and am using a steroid lotion?

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Dr. Robert Bader answered

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