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GlossarySun Damage (Sunburn)

harm caused by UV radiation leading to skin and hair issues

Sun damage, also known as photodamage or UV damage, refers to the harm caused to the skin and hair by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. This can lead to a range of issues, including sunburn, premature aging (such as wrinkles and age spots), and an increased risk of skin cancer. UV radiation can also weaken hair structure, leading to dryness, brittleness, and color fading.

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research Association of Demographic and Hospital Characteristics with Emergency Department Visits Due to Sunburn

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Young, lower-income men are more likely to visit the emergency department for severe sunburns, especially in the summer and on weekends.

research Comparison of the Acute Ultraviolet Photoresponse in Congenic Albino Hairless C57BL/6J Mice Relative to Outbred SKH1 Hairless Mice

8 citations, April 2016 in “Experimental dermatology”

B6.Cg-Tyr c−2J Hr hr /J mice have a stronger delayed sunburn reaction and are good for UV research.

research Spironolactone Use Does Not Increase the Risk of Estrogen-Dependent Cancer Recurrence: A Retrospective Analysis

November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Taking vitamin C and vitamin E twice a day can help prevent sunburn and DNA damage from UVB exposure.

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September 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

ANp63 is crucial for skin integrity, new filaggrin gene mutations link to eczema, hair can regrow from non-stem cells, sunburns are increasing, and glucocorticoids help treat skin allergies by affecting immune cells.

research Apoptosis and Cutaneous Biology

60 citations, June 1997 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Apoptosis is crucial for healthy skin and treating skin diseases.

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community Scalp Sunburns cause permanent hair loss. UPF hats protect you. Watch if you use Tretinoin on the scalp

in Technology 3 months ago

Sunburns on the scalp can cause permanent hair loss, especially for those using Tretinoin or Tacrolimus. Wearing UPF 50+ hats is recommended to protect against UV radiation.

community Scalp Sunburns can cause permanent hair loss. UPF hats protect you.

in Technology 3 months ago

Scalp sunburns can cause permanent hair loss, so wearing UPF hats is essential. Tretinoin and Tacrolimus users should be cautious of increased photosensitivity and potential scalp issues.

community Anyone else feel like a victim of medical misinformation towards finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 65 upvotes 4 months ago

Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

community What are these spots on my scalp

in Treatment 51 upvotes 5 months ago

A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hair loss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hair loss is attributed to male pattern baldness.

community Microneedling technique clarification

in Microneedling 16 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about using a Dr. Pen for microneedling on a widow's peak, with advice to use a depth of 1.25mm and hold it in place for 10 seconds. The user is also using minoxidil.

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