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Anyone have tips on sun protection?
Transplants | Last Active: May 8, 2022 | Replies (115)Comment receiving replies
@contentandwell @gingerw @rosemarya do you put on sunscreen every time you go outside, no matter for how long? My husband and I have gone on walks and etc and he hasn't applied any since it was just for a short time. He hasn't had any color, much less a burn. I'm just wondering if we should be more diligent.
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@jodeej I do not. So far I have not had any problems at all, and my PCP and dermatologist have checked me over for any signs of cancer and I'm fine. It's amazing because they say that most damage is done by the time you are 18 and I had incredible burns when I was a kid. One burn when I was in HS was second degree.
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@jodeej, You and your husband are new to all of these Life Changes after Transplant - You will soon realize that healthy practice become a habit. And they will be just like brushing your teeth- or washing hands - part of your normal daily routine.
My theory is - "When in doubt, take the precaution". I don't have any problem at all with being super vigilant about my self care.
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@jodeej Check with what your transplant team or dermatologist recommends. As I have a history of malignant melanoma, I "grease up" everyday no matter what, no matter the weather. And replenish it based on activities during the day.
Ginger