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Basal cell carcinoma primary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The primary prevention of basal cell carcinoma involves avoidance and protection from the sun like using sunscreen lotions, protective clothing, avoid tanning beds etc.
Basal Cell Carcinoma Primary Prevention
Basal Cell Carcinoma Primary Prevention
- The development of basal cell carcinoma can be prevented by the following:[1][2][3]
- Avoid the sun, especially around the peak intensity of the midday sun
- Use sunscreen year-round
- Wear protective clothing
- Avoid tanning beds
- Be aware of any skin changes
- Wear sunglasses to protect the eyes and the skin around them from UV rays
- Wear a hat that protects the face, neck, and ears
References
References
- ↑ http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5215a2.htm
- ↑ Linos E, Katz KA, Colditz GA (October 2016). “Skin Cancer-The Importance of Prevention”. JAMA Intern Med. 176 (10): 1435–1436. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2016.5008. PMC 5489348. PMID 27459394.
- ↑ Koh, Howard K.; Geller, Alan C. (2004). “Skin cancer prevention comes of age”. American Journal of Preventive Medicine. 27 (5): 484–485. doi:10.1016/j.amepre.2004.08.011. ISSN 0749-3797.
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