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Effects Of Sun On The Skin

Sunlight can result in both beneficial and harmful effects on the skin. It helps the skin in producing vitamin D, which is essential for bone growth. On the other hand, the sun's ultraviolet radiation may result in skin cancer.

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I have pigmentations, freckles, and new moles on skin due to sun exposure. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have very pigmented skin due to sun exposure, and the freckles on my skin are evolving into moles. I feel embarrassed to wear a bikini in the summer. Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I have reviewed the pictures you attached (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity), it seems you not only have freckles but also seborrheic keratosis. Freckles, or ephelis, are common in individuals who...  Read Full »

I got a lot of tanning due to my profession. What shall I use for daily purpose?

Query: Hello doctor, My work requires me to stay in the sun all the time due to which I get tanned a lot. Can you please tell me what home remedy I shall use for daily purposes?   Read Full »


Dr. Gaurang Gupta

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Skin tanning is the side effect of excessive sunlight exposure. Dark skin is very prone to get tan. I suggest you take the following measures: 1. Avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you can. Wear sunglass and caps. Keep the expose...  Read Full »

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