Question 1

why do my cheeks heat up and get flushed when i have a beer? my cheeks are sensative from sun burns.

Accepted Answer

Flushing: You may have a liver enzyme defect which cannot break down acetaldehyde. You have what is known as an alcoholic flush

Question 2

i have new moles growing where i had two blistering sun burns from the tanning bed. could they be cancerous?

Accepted Answer

I would have: These evaluated by a dermatologist. Can't know if they are malignant without a biopsy. Please don't use a tanning bed.

Question 3

is vandol ointment good for sun burns?

Accepted Answer

Vandol Ointment: This contains vitamin a & may work for sun burn.

Question 4

why does my skin hurts & burns in the sun when overcast?

Accepted Answer

Sun sensitivity: Certain medications, chemicals and medical conditions can make the skin more sensitive to the sun (photosensitivity). For example, an ingredient in your shampoo or having a condition such as lupus can increase photosensitivity. In most cases this isn't a true allergic reaction. However, it can cause symptoms similar to those caused by a sun allergy — and if you already have a sun allergy, it can m.

Question 5

please advise what is the best thing to use on very bad sun burns?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor asap: Burns of any kind can lead to infections, septic shock and death.  In addition to possible life threatening problems due to burns, permanent scarring can also happen if the burns are not treated correctly.  I would recommend immediate evaluation by a doctor to avoid possible serious complications.

Question 6

how long should you avoid the sun after 2nd degree burns?

Accepted Answer

1 to 2 years: The healed skin that was burned is more susceptible to re-injury in the the first year or two afterwards. Sunburn is probably the most common way to re-injure the skin. You should avoid sun exposure to the burn scars by covering them with clothing or wearing significant sunblock.

Question 7

what to do gor sun burns marks l have got black marks in the back please help me out?

Accepted Answer

Steroid: A little Hydrocortisone with vitamine e for smoothness can thin the skin and lighten it. Be careful with unequal colors. There is also a cream called melanex (hydroquinone) to decrease the melanin color and lighten the skin.

Question 8

how can you relieve mosquito bites and sun burns ?

Accepted Answer

Remedies: Sun burns- apply aloe vera directly from plant at least several times a day to the affected area. 
Mosquito bites- apply a paste of water and baking soda to the affected area.
** take care**.

Question 9

i have lupus and the sun burns my skin why is that?

Accepted Answer

Expected: Sun sensitive skin is one of the many known symptoms of lupus.  Sun sensitivity is a diagnostic symptom.  Wear spf 45 or greater whenever out in the sun.

Question 10

after second degree burns, how long to wait for sun tan?

Accepted Answer

Burns: I presume you had blistering. Although as soon has the skin has recovered by peeling and revealing the newer layer which is pink you should be more carley.  This skin will burn more easily. Wear a swim shirt and reapply sunscreen. Also wear a heat.

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Why do my cheeks heat up and get flushed when i have a beer? my cheeks are sensative from sun burns.

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I have new moles growing where i had two blistering sun burns from the tanning bed. could they be cancerous?

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Is vandol ointment good for sun burns?

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Why does my skin hurts & burns in the sun when overcast?

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Please advise what is the best thing to use on very bad sun burns?

A member asked:

How long should you avoid the sun after 2nd degree burns?

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What to do gor sun burns marks l have got black marks in the back please help me out?

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How can you relieve mosquito bites and sun burns ?

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I have lupus and the sun burns my skin why is that?

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After second degree burns, how long to wait for sun tan?

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