Comments on: Does Sun Exposure Cause Melanoma?

By: Vitiligo Pictures

Vitiligo Pictures — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:38:44 +0000

I think more than sun, current environmental condition is more to be a causes of the melanoma. it is the pollution that destroys the ozone layer which prevent us form the harmful UV radiations. this are UV rays of the sun that causes melanoma and other pigmentation problems.

By: Botox Dr Surrey

Botox Dr Surrey — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:57:54 +0000

Good job on a concise overview. The take-home message is clear: regardless of whether sun exposure causes melanoma or not, adequate skin protection from UV radiation is important to prevent premature photoageing and other skin malignancies.

By: Gabriella Crooks

Gabriella Crooks — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:15:15 +0000

I’ve heard that antibiotics can increase your sensitivity to the sun, and that pineapple contains some antibiotics. Can eating pineapple increase your sensitivity?

By: Wladek Binkiewicz

Wladek Binkiewicz — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:15:32 +0000

I believe that sunscreens are a primary cause of skin cancer. What’s the point of going to the sun and protecting yourself from it? In the UK there’s very little sun, but still people suffer from skin cancer. Especially those who avoid the sun and use creams.
Wladek

By: Nancy Pickering

Nancy Pickering — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 14:09:50 +0000

Dr Benabio,

Have you read Dr. Bernard Ackerman’s new book called “The Sun and the “Epidemic” of Melanoma: Myth on Myth!”

If yes, what is your opinion of his assertions. I have not read the book, but find his views very interesting and controversial.

By: Katherine Bates

Katherine Bates — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:24:21 +0000

That was really good. I’ve had melanoma twice and my doctor and I discussed the same conflicting information.

By: Joshua Powell

Joshua Powell — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:32:35 +0000

Great information Dr. Benabio! There is a lot of conflicting information out there about sun exposure and the various cancers, but this article clears up most of that. Thank you.