PROTECT FROM SUNBURN
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SUNBURN: SYMPTOMS,CAUSES,DIAGNOSIS,TREATMENT,PREVENTION.
Facts
- Can usually be self-diagnosed
- Doesn't require lab test or imaging
- Can last several days or weeks
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Sunburns can be mild, moderate or severe depending on skin type, the sun’s intensity and duration of exposure to the sun.
Persons with disorders like albinism, systemic lupus erythematosus, porphyria’s, vitiligo, Xeroderma pigmentosa are more susceptible.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary depending on one’s skin type, the sun’s intensity, duration of exposure to the sun. Common symptoms include:
Redness
Irritation of skin
Swelling
Blisters
Peeling and itching of skin
Actinic keratosis- rough scaly skin lesion
Extreme cases can result in dehydration, fever and nausea
Causes
- Overexposure to sunlight without adequate protection is the main cause. The ultraviolet radiations from the sun provoke skin reactions like acceleration in melanin production causing skin darkening and histamine production causing inflammation.
The ultra violet radiations classified based on the wavelength are:
UVA
UVB
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based on the history of recent activities and a physical exam.
The doctor obtains information about exposure to sunlight.
The doctor checks for redness, rash, itching or fever.
Treatments
Treatment aims at relieving the symptoms and preventing further damage.
Complications
Can progress to skin cancer such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma in susceptible people
Prevention
Avoid direct exposure to the sun light
Wear protective clothes when outdoors i.e. a broad hat, long sleeved t-shirts and pants, UV-blocking sunglasses
Use sunscreen- broad spectrum SPF >45
Drink water to keep hydrated while in the sun
Questions To Ask Your Doctor
What first aid measures should be taken with sunburn?
Can sunburn cause permanent damage?
How long does it take to cure?
Are there home remedies to treat sunburn?
Nutrition
Foods to eat:
Foods rich in antioxidants (vitamin A, C and E)- guava, almonds green tea, tomatoes, carrots, strawberries, watermelon
Foods rich in omega 3 fatty acids i.e. salmon
Oatmeal
Fast Foods such as fries, burgers due to excessive fat content
Alcohol
Sugars
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