Question 1

fri sunburn/blisters on rt. arm. loose stools, fever. by tues blisters on left arm, neck and lower right arm and malaise.  just sun poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Sun poisoning: Probably. I suggest that you force fluids as noted:
Force fluids: 8-10 glasses/day:
Electrolyte rich fluids- Gatorade, Powerade, Vitamin Water
Protein rich fluids: broth bullion, consume.

Question 2

are the symptoms of sun poisoning bad?

Accepted Answer

Sunpoisoning: Sun poisoning is an entity that consists of mild to moderate sunburn, dehydration, and is mild body temperature elevation. The dehydration and temperature give a malaise which we call sun poisoning. Cooling the skin with lukewarm showers and taking in fluids are best way to treat. Aspirin is very effective for this. And next time, avoid excessive exposure and use sunblock.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of sun poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Sun poisoning: A painful tender and red rash.

Question 4

what does sun poisoning look like?

Accepted Answer

Sun Poisoning: Severe sunburn or sun poisoning can cause symptoms such as the following:
skin redness and blistering, 
pain and tingling, 
swelling, 
headache, 
fever and chills, 
nausea, 
dizziness, 
dehydration.

Question 5

what is a good medication for sun poisoning ?

Accepted Answer

Fluids,cool shower: Fluids by mouth
cool shower or bath and cold compresses
drink fluids
aloe gel or moiturisers
take tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin for pain of the burns
antihisamines in some cases and local soothing lotions and local anesthetics in severe burns
there is no specific medicine for sun poisonig
best is prevent sun poisoning, use sunscreen, drink fluids, avoid long exposure to sun.

Question 6

are sunburn and sun poisoning related?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends on what you mean by "sun poisoning." this term gets used for lots of things including sunburn, allergic-type reaction or other rash after exposure to sunlight (not related to sunburn) or even heat stroke. The short answer is that some folks react differently to being in the sun. If you do then you need to take precautions accordingly to protect yourself.

Question 7

is it ok to put neosporin on sun poisoning ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you develop only broken blisters, then apply an antibiotic ointment (for example, Neosporin) twice a day for 3 days. Watch for signs of secondary infection (accumulation or drainage of pus, increased swelling or red streaks).               The sensation of pain and heat will probably last 48 hours. Ibuprofen can greatly reduce the discomfort.

Question 8

are sunburn and sun poisoning the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Different animals: Sun burn is when the skin is injured due to radiation from the sun. This causes injury which makes the body react by creating inflammation (red, hot swollen and tender) of the skin and soft tissues which is fresh healing blood getting to the area.  The other is when the sun's radiation causes systemic affects such as dehydration, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, weak pulse, low blood pressure.

Question 9

if your sunburn swells is it considered sun poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Sun Poisoning: One form of sun poisoning includes rash w red skin ; possible blisters, fatigue, fevers, chills or headache.  Another is called polymorphous light eruption(pmle) ; it has sxs that were just described as well as dense clusters of small bumps over the body w possible hives on legs/arms/chest. Solar urticaria present w first set of symptoms as well as blisters, wheals ; possible dizziness, feeling &gt;.

Question 10

could it be alright to wash your face with sun poisoning?

Accepted Answer

Very carefully: If you have blisters or facial swelling get medical help.  Otherwise wash a burned face with cool water, soft cloth and mild soap don't scrub pat it dry with soft cloth.

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