Important Questions about Light and Sun Protection
During the course of our consultations, we have noticed that many patients ask the same questions regarding light and sun protection. For your convenience, we have listed the six most frequently asked and important below. We hope you find the information useful.
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How often should one have the skin examined?
At least once a year, but more frequently, if there is a higher individual risk (for example, if you have a large number of moles, or if you have a family history of skin cancer).
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What is the difference between a pigmented mole and a liver spot?
Both terms are colloquial names for the same condition. Rather, the term 'pigment mark' should be used.
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Are pigment marks purely a cosmetic problem, or can they become dangerous?
Even if pigment marks initially affect only your appearance, in principle, they all have the potential to develop into a malignant condition, such as skin cancer.
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How can one have pigment marks removed?
Visually annoying pigment marks (e.g. such as so called dermal naevi), which are benign, one can have removed with laser treatment. However, all medically suspicious pigment marks should be eliminated exclusively by surgical procedure, including a biopsy of the tissue to investigate for the presence of malignant cells.
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What should one consider about sun bathing and UV protection, particularly with regard to children?
Children, when compared to adults, have particularly sensitive skin, which is not yet fully accustomed to exposure to ultra violet radiation from sunlight. Therefore their own natural skin protection against sun exposure, is very low. So, with regard to children, it is even more important, than with adults, to monitor correct sun protection by using the right sun-screen, and above all, strictly limiting their exposure to the sun. These are of the utmost importance.
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Are the light and sun protection consultations suitable for children and their special skin needs?
Yes, the consultation is particularly appropriate for children.