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Sunburn

​Sunburn symptoms typically appear within a few hours of exposure such:

  • Redness of the skin  A hand with skin redness
  • Swelling
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Irritation 
  • Blisters 
  • Pain 
  • Skin burning 
  • Skin loss 
  • Dehydration 
  • Flu-like symptoms 
  • Infection 
  • Fever 
  • If very severe, shock leading to death may occur  

What to do in case of sun burns?

  • Get out of the sun or cover the exposed area.
  • Take a cool bath or shower. For added relief, add about 120 milliliters of cornstarch or baking soda to the water.
  • Apply an aloe vera lotion several times every day.
  • Do not irritate the blisters to avoid infection. Avoid using oils or scented perfumed, etc. In case blisters burst apply an antibacterial ointment on it.
  • Over-the-counter pain reliever can be taken if needed such as aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol).

What not to do?

  • Do not give children or teenagers aspirin for it may cause Reye's syndrome, a potentially fatal disease.
  • Do not use petroleum jelly, butter or other home remedies on your sunburn which can prevent healing.
  • See the doctor if the burn begins to blister or if there are any immediate complications, such as rash, itching or fever.

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This information is provided by the NGHA Content Advisory Board and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your health care provider.

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