Cover your face and neck with light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face and neck from sun exposure. (AFP)
You may be wondering if sunburn and sun poisoning are the same. These are two different conditions that result from excessive exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays.
In summer people usually suffer from a variety of problems including sunburn, heatstroke and sun poisoning. You may be wondering if sunburn and sun poisoning are the same. These are two different conditions that result from excessive exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays.
While they share some similar symptoms, such as redness and pain, they differ in their severity and systemic effects. Sunburn is a mild to moderate skin reaction that affects the top layer of skin, causing redness, pain and peeling. Sun poisoning is a more serious and systemic reaction that affects the deeper layers of the skin and can cause blisters, fever, and other symptoms. Monitoring for symptoms and treatment is important.
Symptoms of Sun Poisoning
- redness and swelling of the affected area of skin
- pain, tenderness, and sensitivity to touch
- itchiness or burning sensation
- blisters or peeling skin
- swelling or edema of the affected area
- headache, fever and vomiting
- Dehydration or shock in rare and severe cases.
Home remedies to avoid sun poisoning:
- stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water and other hydrating fluids to prevent dehydration, which can increase the risk of sunburn.
- Wear protective clothing: Cover your face and neck with light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face and neck from sun exposure.
- Use Sunscreen: Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to all exposed areas of skin, and reapply every two hours or after swimming or sweating.
- Stay in the shade: Seek shade during peak hours of sunlight, and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
- Cool Compress: Apply a cool, damp towel or cloth to the sunburned areas to soothe the skin and reduce swelling.
- Aloe vera: Applying aloe vera gel on sunburnt skin soothes and cools the skin. Keep in refrigerator for extra cooling effect.
- Stay indoors during peak sun hours: Avoid going outside during peak sunlight hours, which are usually between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Vitamin E: Eat foods rich in vitamin E like almonds, spinach and avocados. Vitamin E may help protect your skin from UV damage.
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