ASK A DOCTOR: HOW CAN I REDUCE MY RISK OF GETTING MELANOMA?

Expert opinion from Ilya Aleksandrovskiy

M.D., MBA · 5 years of experience · USA

The most typical ways to prevent oneself from melanoma are the following:- 1) Always use eye protection like sunglasses which can prevent the exposure of your body with harmful ultra-violet radiations (UV Rays). 2) Always use sunscreen before going outside in scorching heat. 3) Put on sunscreen on windows of vehicle while travelling.

Expert opinion from Prerna More

MBBS, DGO, DFP. F.IVF · 9 years of experience · India

Wear protective clothing. Avoid sun exposure like UV light exposure. Having moles have high risk of melanoma. Use sunscreen lotion to protect the skin from UV rays.

Expert opinion from Alex T. Thomas

MD · 40 years of experience · USA

The risk of melanoma can be reduced by avoiding direct exposure to UV rays or harsh sunlight.

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