Sun poisoning is a form of severesunburn.
Excessive and unprotected exposure to the sun causes sun poisoning.
This article explains sun poisoning symptoms, causes, treatment, and prevention.
Reproduced with permission from © DermNetdermnetnz.org2023.
This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.
Reproduced with permission from DermNetdermnetnz.org2023.
Sunburn and sun poisoning symptoms usually start within a few hours of excess sun exposure.
Therefore, people with eczema should also take extra precautions in the sun.
Certain Medications
Photosensitivity reactions to medicationsmay increase the risk of sun poisoning.
Treatment
The bang out of treatment you receive for sun poisoning depends on the severity.
The good news is you might do plenty of things to ease the discomfort as your body heals.
That is especially true if you experience the following:
Prevention
Sun poisoning is entirely preventable.
So use as many prevention strategies as possible any day you are outside, regardless of the weather.
Prognosis
Most of the time, sun poisoning and sunburn heal with comfort measures and time.
However, there is an immediate risk of dehydration andshock, which is why medical advice is essential.
In addition, your skin can become infected, especially if you scratch or peel the affected skin.
The long-term consequence of sun poisoning is an increased risk of skin cancer.
Exposure to UV rays is a significant risk factor for developing melanoma, the most severe skin cancer.
Melanoma on the trunk and legs has been linked to frequent sunburns, especially in childhood.
These symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, headache, fever, and dehydration.
Sun poisoning can be serious, so seek medical attention if you experience symptoms.
People with lupus, eczema, and certain photosensitive skin conditions are more susceptible to sun poisoning.
Some medications can increase the risk, as well.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Sun safety facts.
American Family Care Health Centers.Sun poisoning: Causes, treatment, and when to see a doctor.
University of Pittsburg Medical Center.Sun poisoning dangers: Symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Kim A, Chong BF.Photosensitivity in cutaneous lupus erythematosus.Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed.
National Eczema Society.Sun and eczema.
American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.Polymorphous light eruption.
Black JO.Xeroderma pigmentosum.Head Neck Pathol.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Sun safety.
American Cancer Society.Risk factors for melanoma skin cancer.
