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Replies to "I was told just to make sure I use sun block."
Especially after radiation skin can be hypersensitive to Sun. Sun blockers and shade hat help. Use hypoallergenic brands. I like straw lifeguard hats.
Everyone of us is different, so be sure to work w/your docs and keep asking questions!
I had extensive MOHS for BCC 4 years ago, and was told by my reconstructive surgeon it was necessary for me to get “sensible sun” after 2pm. I see my dermatologist twice a year, and they prefer I stay out of the sun and take 5000 IU of VitD w/K2!
So, I asked my primary and my Heme doc, and they both said it was better for me to out outside after 2pm and wear a hat. So that’s what I do 🙂
Blood work shows my Vit D levels stay in the low 80’s. This keeps my primary (functional med doc) happy as it also helps maintain strong bones.