As a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, I’m alarmed (and a little weirded out) that perineum sunning is a viral trend. For those not aware of this practice, perineum sunning is when you expose the skin between the genitals and anus to the sun. This is thought to improve mood, libido, sleep regulation and attract positivity, longevity and stamina. Of course there is no data to support these reported benefits. Perineum sunning is NOT a good idea for many reasons, including: - The genital skin is naturally sun-protected and more sensitive. This skin is more likely to burn than other parts of the body- ouch! - UV radiation from sun exposure can cause skin cancer in any location including the anogenital region in both men and women. Most genital skin cancers are related to human papillomoavirus (HPV)/genital warts, but sun exposure can be another source. They can be aggressive and should be treated surgically. I often treat these skin cancers with Mohs surgery as they meet Mohs appropriate use criteria. Believe me, it’s not fun to have surgery down there and reconstruction can be challenging. My advice, keep the sun away from the place where the sun don’t shine! #perineumsunning #skincancer #dermatologist