A sun burn is the skin’s response to the extreme ultraviolet (UV) exposure and indicates severe damage.
Symptoms
- Skin turns red and hurts
- You can develop swelling and sunburn blisters
- You may even feel like you have flu
- You feel feverish, with chills, nausea, headache, and weakness
- Skin starts peeling and itching as body tries to rid itself of sun-damaged cells
- Weakness
- Low blood pressure
- Fainting
- Extreme weakness
Causes
- Exposure to sun for a long period of time
Prevention and Precautions
- Sun protection factor
- Apply sunscreen with sun protection factor
- Sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible
- Wear a broad-brimmed hat
- Use sunglasses
- Stay out of the sun during peak hours
- Stay in the shade
Lifestyle and Dietary Tips
- Try staying out of sun during peak hours
- Try and stay in the shade as much as possible
- Always use sunscreen
- Don’t be complacent on a cloudy day
- Don’t ignore lips, ears, scalp, and feet
- Consume vitamin enriched foods
Home Remedies
- Cool water
- Baking soda and oatmeal
- Aloe Vera
- Chamomile tea
- Vinegar
- Drink lots of water
- Take a cool shower
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