The sun is an indispensable source of energy for the continuity of life. Sun's rays (ultraviolet rays-UV) are of great importance in our lives and in our body, but just as too much of everything is harmful, too much of the sun's rays is harmful. started to increase. “Ways to protect yourself from the harmful effects of the sun” is one of the most frequently asked questions by our patients. In this article, I will tell you about the benefits and harms of the sun.
What are the benefits of sun rays?
It strengthens our teeth and bones by providing vitamin D formation in the skin. By increasing the synthesis of endorphin and serotonin hormones, it causes us to be more comfortable and happy psychologically. When we are exposed to the sun in appropriate amounts, our immune system is strengthened. In addition, the sun's rays have the ability to heal some skin diseases.
What are the harmful effects of sun rays?
The most harmful effect of the sun's rays that can occur in a short time, called acute, is "sun rays". burn". In addition, the sun's rays can interact with the drugs used by the person and cause some rashes on the skin. Again, some skin diseases seen in some patients may be exacerbated by the sun. Side effects that can be observed in the long term are "aging of the skin", "stains on the skin" and the formation of "skin cancers".
What are the characteristics of sun-related aging?
Sun-induced skin aging is defined as "photoaging". In the photoaging process, the first symptoms are seen in the form of dryness, coarsening, staining and fine wrinkles on the skin. As the damage progresses, deep wrinkles, yellowish discoloration, vascular lesions, and loss of elasticity appear on the skin. These signs of aging are different from the so-called natural (physiological) aging.
What are sun-induced skin cancers?
If the skin damage caused by ultraviolet effect is severe, it should be repeated frequently in childhood. If there is a history of side sunburn and the person has been exposed to the sun for years for a long time, skin cancers may occur in the person. The most dangerous and deadly of these cancers is melanoma.
How should we protect ourselves from the sun?
Let's try to follow the suggestions below during the summer vacation in order to get maximum benefit from the sun and to minimize the damage of the sun's rays.
We should not sunbathe during the hours when the sun's rays reach the earth vertically (between 10.30 and 16.00). should be used.
Sunscreen products recommended by your dermatologist specialist should be applied to the exposed parts of the body.
Sunscreen products should be applied to the skin half an hour before going out in the sun, applied in sufficient amounts, and renewed every 3-4 hours when necessary.
It should be repeated throughout the day in cases such as frequent swimming in the pool or the sea, drying with a towel and sweating.
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