What is sun poisoning? In addition, how to prevent and treat it

Treatments for sun intoxication is similar to the treatment of a sunburn. Here’s what you can do.

Immediate steps

1. The first thing to do is to get out of the sun immediately. Look for a fresh, shaded or air -conditioned area, advises Koickel.
2. Then hydrate. “Start drinking a lot of water or an electrolyte replacement solution,” says Koickel.
3. Realize the skin by applying fresh compresses or taking a fresh shower or bath, explains Koickel. (Avoid taking a shower or an icy bath or apply ice directly to the skin.)

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4. Rest. Give your skin time and the possibility of healing – sun. “While your skin is recovered by poisoning the sun, I would recommend to avoid the sun completely because it will be incredibly sensitive,” explains Yadav.

Topical treatments

When you wash, gently do it with perfume-free cleans and body washing until the skin healed, Yadav explains. In addition to aloe, oat extracts and colloidal oats are other ingredients to look for in care products such as washing and body lotions that soothe inflamed skin, she says.

For particularly severe sun poisoning, your dermatologist may recommend using a topical steroid cream to reduce inflammation, explains Kazlouskaya. Light topical steroids are available over the counter, with stronger versions available by prescription. Talk to your health care provider or your dermatologist for their recommendations for you.

Drugs

If you have significant itching, taking an over -the -counter antihistamine can help you control the desire to scratch, explains Yadav.

When to see a doctor

Most of the time, you can treat sun poisoning at home, explains Koickel. However, there are times when someone may need medical care, she said. Call your health care provider or visit a place like urgent care if you experience the following signs or symptoms, Koickel advises:

• Large painful blisters
• Infected skin areas
• A high fever (call your doctor if you have a fever of more than 104 degrees F)

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• Fainting
• Vomiting
• Dehydration (dry mouth or dizziness)

Systemic symptoms such as chills or vomiting can be heat stroke indicators, explains Mumtaz. “People should take it seriously because it can quickly progress towards confusion, speeches, convulsions or coma,” she said.