Be careful, this type of sunburn increases the risk of melanoma by 80%.

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Dr Gérald Kierzek (Medical Director of Doctissimo)

The hot weather is back and with it, the desire to sunbathe (and swim!) is making itself felt. However, there is no question of lowering our guard in the face of the dangers of UV rays! Sunburn in particular is even accused of increasing the risk of melanoma.

Skin cancer: a certain type of sunburn increases the risk

According to American dermatologist Dr. Heather Kornmehl, certain types of sunburn pose a particular danger and significantly increase the risk of skin cancer.

This is particularly the case with sunburn in particular, which “mutates your skin cells”. Red and covered in multiple blisters, the expert explains on TikTok why it should absolutely be avoided.

However, this aggressive cancer can be fatal because it can spread to other parts of the body if not treated in time. It develops from melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigmentation.

Essential prevention as confirmed by Dr. Gérald Kierzek, medical director of Doctissimo: “The most carcinogenic type of sunburn is the one that causes severe burns, often characterized by blistering and peeling of the skin. These severe sunburns significantly increase the risk of developing melanoma, a particularly aggressive type of skin cancer.”

Aware of these risks, Dr. Kornmehl wants to raise awareness about this subject in a video. In it, she shows a sunburn accompanied by severe redness and small blisters.

Beware of sunburn during childhood

Frequent and intense exposure to the sun during childhood or adolescence is particularly dangerous. Dr. Gérald Kierzek emphasizes the importance of prevention from a young age: “A few severe sunburns during childhood or adolescence can significantly increase the risk of melanoma.”

And all sunburns remain deeply harmful, reminds Dr. Gérald Kierzek.