
Can UV light really be used as a cancer treatment?
Sep 2, 2025 · But did you know that UV light can sometimes be used to treat cancer or its side effects, rather than cause it? We spoke with stem cell transplant specialist Chitra Hosing, M.D., and …
UV Radiation and the Skin - PMC
We are interested in developing UV-protective approaches based on a detailed understanding of molecular events that occur after UV exposure, focusing particularly on epidermal melanization and …
Does UV Radiation Cause Cancer? | American Cancer Society
Exposure to UV rays, whether from sunlight or tanning devices, is a risk factor for all types of skin cancer. The risk is higher for people with a weakened immune system, a personal or family history of …
Ultraviolet light treatment (phototherapy) - Cancer Research UK
Ultraviolet (UV) light treatment uses part of the UV light range to treat a type of skin cancer called cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL) and some other conditions.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation: a double-edged sword in cancer …
Oct 17, 2024 · With the help of nanomaterials, the role of UV radiation has caught increasing attention in cancer treatment. In this review, we briefly summarized types of UV-induced cancers, including …
Radiation: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation and skin cancer
Oct 16, 2017 · Non-melanoma skin cancers are most frequent on parts of the body that are commonly exposed to the sun such as ears, face, neck and forearms. This implies that long-term, repeated UV …
UV Radiation and Skin Cancer - healthanswers.pfizer.com
UV (ultraviolet) radiation can cause and increase the risk of skin cancer. When our skin is exposed to UV radiation from the sun or tanning beds, it can damage the DNA in our skin cells.
Actinic keratoses: Symptoms, causes and treatment | MD Anderson Cancer …
1 day ago · Actinic keratoses are precancerous skin lesions that form on sun-exposed areas of the body. An actinic keratosis is caused by long-term, excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. An actinic …
Ultraviolet (UV) Treatment - Cancer Science
UV light can damage the DNA of cancer cells, leading to cell death. It can be applied either directly to the skin or internally using specialized equipment. UV treatment is often combined with other …
How UV radiation increases skin cancer risk - Cancer Council NSW
When your skin is unprotected from the sun, ultraviolet (UV) radiation can damage your DNA. If the body is unable to repair this damage the cell can begin to divide and grow in an uncontrolled way. This …