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Pol J Cosmetol 2023, 26(3): 119-124pl  Influence of UV radiation on the processes of carcinogenesis in the skin and the possibility of reducing its effects - a review of the literatureAleksandra Ochotnicka 1/, Anita Marcinkiewicz 2/, Adam Słomczyński 3/, Eliza Galińska-Zatyka 4/, Jerzy Wolak 4,5/, Piotr Zatyka 6/ 1/ Szpital Specjalistyczny im. Floriana Ceynowy w Wejherowie 2/ Specjalistyczny Szpital im. dr Alfreda Sokołowskiego w Wałbrzychu 3/ Szpital Kliniczny Dzieciątka Jezus w Warszawie 4/ Klinika Dermatologii PIM MSWiA w Warszawie 5/ Wyższa Szkoła Inżynierii i Zdrowia w Warszawie 6/ Uniwersyteckie Centrum Kliniczne Warszawskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Warszawie Summary Skin cancers are common in our population. The main factor that influences their formation is solar radiation. We distinguish UVA, UVB and UVC radiation. Each of them has an effect on our skin and it is an element that surrounds us every day. That is why it is so important to be aware of this phenomenon and know the correlation between the effects of solar radiation and skin damage and cancer development. The process of carcinogenesis caused by solar radiation is long-lasting and repeated exposure to the sun increases the likelihood of developing skin cancer. It is also important to protect yourself against the harmful effects of solar radiation and implement the most effective cancer prevention. This is why a very important role should be attached to the regular use of sunscreen creams, protecting the skin against light rays, as well as regular visits to a dermatologist and preventive examination of skin lesions. It is also worth emphasizing that the sun has a significant impact on the skin aging process, and thanks to prevention and protection against the sun, we can reduce its impact. Key words: solar radiation, skin cancer, melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, sun, sun protection |