Sun protection

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Does sunbathing come with extra risks after radiotherapy or is it just that areas where the radiotherapy was targeted are extra sensitive?  In other words can I tan my legs and body while taking extra precautions for neck area?  Thanks. 

  •  In other words can I tan my legs and body while taking extra precautions for neck area?  Thanks. 

    Yes

    Factor 50 on your face and neck.If you’re actually in the sun to get a tan I would add a wide brimmed hat and a buff round your neck. 
    Not only are the areas the RT hit more sensitive but your risk of skin cancer is much higher. 

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  • Hi I spend around 5 months a year in Spain factor 50 everyday on face  and neck  even at home I do the same if  I’m out in garden as well when in uk.

    In Spain I also do factor 50 on rest of body. At home I use factor 30 on legs and arms I use which ever supermarket is cheapest ni need ti spend  a fortune. Often boots have 2 for 1 offers. 
    too I also use uvustst factor 50 lik hall as I find loos are dry and I bike a lot so they could burn. 
    I wear a hat as well if our snd about in Spain a wide brim one when walking if reading tend to be in shade. I don’t our and sunbath but  I never have done as I’m light skinned and freckles. 


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  • Factor 50 every day head and neck...especially on sunshine breaks....factor 30 at least for body protection.

    Michael