Tips : Treat A Sunburn
The sun, tanning lights, or any other source of ultraviolet light can cause a sunburn, or reddened, tender skin. Prevention is better than the cure, especially as the accompanying skin damage is permanent, but there are treatments available to encourage healing, prevent infection, and reduce pain. 1. Seeking Medical Attention a. Call an emergency number for serious conditions. Call your local emergency number if you or a friend has one or more of these symptoms: Too weak to stand Confusion or inability to think clearly Passed out b. Call a doctor if you have signs of heatstroke or dehydration. If you're experiencing the following symptoms in relation to your sunburn, visit a doctor as soon as you can. If any of these symptoms are debilitating, call an emergency number rather than waiting for an appointment. Feeling weak Feeling faint or dizzy Headache or pain that doesn't respond to pain relief methods below Rapid pulse or rapid breathing Extre...