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Is it true that the sun is the only thing to help keratosis?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It does help as well: As topical creams. However, too much sun exposure may also damage the skin and potentially cause skin cancer. Take care!

Answered 12/9/2013

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