These days a special kind of disease is troubling the people of South India a lot. Its cases are increasing day by day. According to doctors, such patients are coming to us every day. Those who are complaining of allergies caused by sun rays and Vitamin D deficiency. Sunbathing in the morning and evening was considered good for health. Which helps in Vitamin D intake of the body and benefits the skin. Now there has been a change in this.
20 minutes in the sun has been reduced to 5-10 minutes
With rising temperatures, doctors say the number of people suffering from Vitamin D deficiency and sun allergy is increasing day by day. Medical professionals including orthopaedics, dermatologists and oncologists have been prompted to take precautions. Who are now hesitant in advising to go out in the sun. The first recommended sun exposure period of 20 minutes has been reduced to 5-10 minutes. Dermatologist and dermo-surgeon Dr. Anagha Sumant said that many patients are coming with allergies and deficiencies. They are now being advised to avoid sun exposure on their upper back for 5-10 minutes and also to apply adequate amount of sunscreen on the exposed areas.
95% of Bengaluru residents have Vitamin D deficiency
The best time to sit under the sun is before 8 am and between 3.30 pm and 5 pm, when the heat waves are not so intense. Dr. Avinash CK, orthopedist and professor at Dayanand Sagar University, said that about 95% of Bengaluru residents are deficient in Vitamin D. Dermatologists emphasized that sunscreen does not cause vitamin D deficiency.
According to a news published in ‘The Indian Express’, the number of people suffering from sun allergies including rashes, irritation, pigmentation and polymorphic light eruption is increasing. About 20% of patients present with such problems daily, children being the most affected. Therefore, people are now being advised to have regular skin and vitamin level checkups every six months.
According to Dr. Narayan Subramaniam, oncologist, ‘Sparsh Hospital’, sun exposure is important for all of us, but we should be conscious of the skin damage caused by the sun with the rising temperatures. During summer it is advisable to limit direct sun exposure between 10 am and 4 pm, use sunscreen (at least SPF 30 and capable of protecting against UV-A and UV-B rays) and for long periods of time It is advisable to wear protective clothing before going out to avoid exposure to sunlight. Skin damage that can lead to cancer.
Disclaimer: Before implementing the method, methods and suggestions mentioned in this article, please consult a doctor or related expert.