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Solbari blog: Psoriasis clothing: is it worth the money?

Psoriasis clothing: is it worth the money?

This blog considers whether psoriasis clothing is worth the money that it costs. The answer is that it depends on the individual and the benefits derived from it. The blog considers the attributes of psoriasis clothing and how that can help people. The blog also reflects on the relative cost of other treatments.

Solbari blog: How is skin cancer treated?

How is skin cancer treated?

This blog describes the typical treatments for non melanoma and melanoma skin cancer. The remedial actions depend on the skin cancer type and stage of development. Most skin cancers are treated by minor surgery. Melanoma skin cancer is a more aggressive form of skin cancer and other treatments are often required.

Solbari blog: How can I stop psoriasis flare ups?

How can I stop psoriasis flare ups?

This blog outlines four ways to help prevent psoriasis flare ups. UPF 50+ sun protective clothing helps with psoriasis by preventing sunburn and cumulative exposure to UV radiation. Having a healthy balanced diet, maintaining a less stressful lifestyle and protecting your skin from bumps also help prevent flare ups.

Solbari blog: Does a mole turn into a skin cancer?

Does a mole turn into a skin cancer?

The vast majority of common moles are benign or non-cancerous.Common moles are primarily a representation of damaged skin cells due to exposure to sunlight.There is a sub category of common moles called dysplastic moles that can develop into a malignant or melanoma skin cancer. Most dysplastic moles do not develop into a melanoma skin cancer and tend to remain stable throughout a persons life. Malignant moles occur when a skin growth mutates and evolves in an irregular or uncontrollable manner.

Solbari blog: Can you die from skin cancer?

Can you die from skin cancer?

In this blog we confirm the incidence and mortality rates relating to melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer in the US, UK and Australia. The incidence rates and mortality rates depend on the type of skin cancer. Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer.

Your Story Series: Meet Katie

Your Story Series: Meet Katie

Sun protection for me is a way of life so I can still participate in all of the things that I enjoy in this world. I have always placed a high priority on protecting my skin from the sun. This has involved making small and achievable adjustments to my daily life, both in terms of the clothing that I wear and the times of day that I choose to pursue outdoor activities. 

Solbari Blog: Your Story Series: Meet Rachel

Your Story Series: Meet Rachel

I attended my doctor for a routine skin check and we focussed mainly on my back. As I was leaving the doctor's office, he asked about the mole on my arm. I said I'd had it checked and it was fine. He insisted we biopsy it. The diagnosis: early stage melanoma.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Jay

Your Story Series: Meet Jay

I think that the sun is dangerous and that we need PPE (personal protective equipment) to protect ourselves from sun light. I feel annoyed that my parents lied to me and told me the sun is good for my health, and that they encouraged me to spend time in the sun which I now understand is dangerous. Now that I know this, I plan to always wear clothes which are UPF50+ or better with good sunglasses.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Olivia

Your Story Series: Meet Olivia

I would tell my 16 year old self to take optimal care of your skin because it can be damaged, which can be life threatening. Being a red head girl I burn like crazy!

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Barry

Your Story Series: Meet Barry

My first experience with sunburn was when I was four years old. My parents took the family to the beach... as there was not a lot of publicity around sunburn/cover up back then the end result was severe sunburn on my shoulders and back. The treatment back then was calamine lotion and lots of it.

Your Story Series: Meet Emily

Your Story Series: Meet Emily

I have very fair skin and am quite sensitive to sunlight. Twenty years ago I was diagnosed with a high white blood cell count and photosensitivity to sunlight and face the possibility of having lupus. Whilst the medical profession are still undecided about this I have over time decided to be proactive about my skin health.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Susan

Your Story Series: Meet Susan

I grew up in an era were weekends were beach clad bikini baby oiled affairs and a sun tan the most fashionable accessory. Looking back I am horrified at understanding the damage all those hours in the sun were actually doing and I am paying the price for now. Dozens of sun spots, a Basal Cell Carcinoma, and SCLE lupus. My visits to the beach and time outdoors are now spent very differently.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Kayelene

Your Story Series: Meet Kayelene

I have had a few of skin cancers removed so far, on my chest and arms. I also have a chronic disease, Crohn's disease, and the medications I take for it increase my sun sensitivity. 

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Eve

Your Story Series: Meet Eve

I developed a bad sun reaction from the hot summer days last year walking across the large school oval during school pick up time. I went online and found Solbari, I am so relaxed now on hot days not having to worry about getting sun burnt.

Solbari blog: Your Story Series: Meet Varsha

Your Story Series: Meet Varsha

I was diagnosed with mixed connective tissue disease when I was 17. I was told that I was allergic to the sun, this is part of the lupus symptoms I suffer from. It was one of the most sunniest years in the UK on record and I wasn't as careful as I should have been, and the sun contributed to a relapse in my condition.

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