Open AccessCurrent principles of sunscreen use in children
Author(s) -
Nicola A. Quatrano,
James G. Dinulos
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
current opinion in pediatrics, with evaluated medline/current opinion in pediatrics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.817
H-Index - 87
eISSN - 1080-8116
pISSN - 1040-8703
DOI - 10.1097/mop.0b013e32835c2b57
Subject(s) - sunburn , medicine , skin cancer , sun protection , photoprotection , ultraviolet radiation , sun exposure , dermatology , sunscreening agents , environmental health , cancer , chemistry , photosynthesis , botany , radiochemistry , biology
Physicians need to be prepared to counsel patients on why and how to protect themselves from damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation, including the proper use of sunscreens. In this article, we review the interplay between UV radiation, sunscreens and the skin, highlighting current controversies and recommendations surrounding sunscreen use.