Skin temperature during sunbathing – relevance for skin cancer

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 1123-1125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bibi Petersen ◽  
Peter Alshede Philipsen ◽  
Hans Christian Wulf
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Skin Temperature ◽  
Infrared Radiation

It has been found that exposure to heat and infrared radiation (IR) can be carcinogenic, and that a combination of ultraviolet radiation (UVR) and IR possibly amplifies carcinogenesis.

scholarly journals The Role of Optical Radiations in Skin Cancer

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fabrizio Ayala ◽  
Marco Palla ◽  
Rossella Di Trolio ◽  
Nicola Mozzillo ◽  
Paolo A. Ascierto
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Uv Radiation ◽  
Infrared Radiation ◽  
Optical Radiation ◽  
Biological Effects ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Public Information ◽  
Visible Spectrum ◽  
Clear Correlation

Purpose. Electromagnetic radiation with wavelength in the range 100 nm to 1 mm is known as optical radiation and includes ultraviolet radiation, the visible spectrum, and infrared radiation. The deleterious short- and long-term biological effects of ultraviolet radiation, including melanoma and other skin cancers, are well recognized. Infrared radiation may also have damaging biological effects. Methods. The objective of this review was to assess the literature over the last 15 years and to summarize correlations between exposure to optical radiation and the risk of melanoma and other cancers. Results. There is a clear correlation between exposure to UV radiation and the development of skin cancer. Most importantly, a strong association between artificial UV radiation exposure, for example, tanning devices, and the risk of melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma has been clearly demonstrated. There is no clear evidence that exposure to IR and laser radiation may increase the risk of skin cancer, although negative health effects have been observed. Conclusions. Preventative strategies that involve provision of public information highlighting the risks associated with exposure to sunlight remain important. In addition, precautionary measures that discourage exposure to tanning appliances are required, as is legislation to prevent their use during childhood.

Skin cancer and chromosomal aberrations induced by ultraviolet radiation

1992 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lana R. Seguin ◽  
Mary B. Ganges ◽  
Robert E. Tarone ◽  
Jay H. Robbins
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Chromosomal Aberrations

scholarly journals Non-solar ultraviolet radiation and the risk of basal and squamous cell skin cancer

1996 ◽  
Vol 73 (12) ◽  
pp. 1612-1614 ◽  
Author(s):  
CD Bajdik ◽  
RP Gallagher ◽  
G Astrakianakis ◽  
GB Hill ◽  
S Fincham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Cancer ◽  
Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Squamous Cell ◽  
Solar Ultraviolet Radiation ◽  
Solar Ultraviolet
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