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Sunscreen usage
Does a 8 year old girl need to use sunscreen. Does sunscreen cause early puberty in girls. Are there any side effects of using sunscreen. Which sunscreen is good for kids.
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No..not to worry.. for detailed information do online consultation
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No early puberty is seen with sunscreen
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Children who develop allergy to sunlight need sunscreen.
Please do online consultation for proper assessment and treatment
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Abigail
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4 yrs exp
Mumbai
If it is a physical sunscreen containing zinc oxide it is safe from even 1 year
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
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14 yrs exp
Pune
15 spf is suitable for children to use on regular basis. No known study shows early puberty and sunscreen application are related.
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Dr. Farheen Khan
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9 yrs exp
Delhi
If the girl outdoor timings are of longer duration he may need sunscreen and also there are different composition of sunscreen for all skin ages. She can use though.
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
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10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
consult online
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
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9 yrs exp
Surat
Take online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Arpita
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15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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