Question 1

when your sunburns peeling and it itches what can you use to releve the itch?

Accepted Answer

Anti-itch cream: Sunburn is caused by sun damage to the skin. The itching is part of the inflammatory response to that damage. You can use aloe-containing products, much as you would for a burn. Also, 1% Hydrocortisone cream may be of benefit. The main thing, though, is to avoid getting burned again in the future. Sunburns can be associated with the development of skin cancer.

Question 2

my right eyebrow itches. when i scratch it burns like sunburn. haven't worn makeup or contacts in 1 month. don't think it is allergies. possibilities?

Accepted Answer

Allergic dermatitis: It may be a benign allergic dermatitis (rash) but it could be something else like psoriasis or benign skin growth.  See a dermatologist.

Question 3

my skin on my neck en head is warm it feels like n sunburn but i wasn't in the sun. there is also small pimple like bumps on my head? and it itches..

Accepted Answer

Poss folliculitis: This may be folliculitis (inflammation/infection of the hair follicles.).  It can resolve by itself, and warm compresses/topical antibiotics (like Bacitracin) may be helpful. If severe, it may need to be seen by a physician.

Question 4

i have a patch on my chest of raised skin with a different texture, about the size of my thumb nail. it's itchy and came about after a bad sunburn. it's been two months and it's still there. it's red, raised, painful and itches what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: I'm of the opinion that any skin lesion which looks unusual and is different from any other skin lesions on your body or ones that are changing or symptomatic, should be evaluated by a dermatologist for peace of mind.

Question 5

receiving paclitaxel and herceptin. after 5th cycle, developed 30 small pimples or water bumps on my scalp, which feels like sunburn, though i've not been in the sun, and itches. is this a normal side effect? can i use calamine lotion on them?

Accepted Answer

Blisters: Medications can trigger tiny blisters in the skin related to virus which has been quiet in your body.  Please call your oncologist to have them looked at.  Meanwhile, calamine lotion may be soothing and unlikely to harm.

Question 6

what causes itching after a sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Histamine: Histamine and other chemicals are released after a sunburn into the skin.

Question 7

how to relieve itching from a sunburn and blisters.

Accepted Answer

Aloe: itching and blisters from sunburn Can be relieved by hydrocortisone cream aloe cream and vitamin E cream

Question 8

how can i cure skin itching caused by sunburn

Accepted Answer

Sunburn Itching: Keep sunburn cool w moist cool/cold compresses.  Avoid alcohol containing products.  Break off pieces of aloe vera plant ; apply sap to skin.  Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain.  Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters.  Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can help with itching.

Question 9

what do i do to get rid of a really bad sunburn fast and what do i do to get it to stop itching?

Accepted Answer

Aloe: Try applying cold compresses or you can repeatedly apply the sap from an aloe vera plant.

Question 10

i got a rash on my body like a sunburn with a little itching, if this was caused by a drug reaction how long should this rash last?

Accepted Answer

: If you stop the medicine for less than a week

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When your sunburns peeling and it itches what can you use to releve the itch?

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My right eyebrow itches. when i scratch it burns like sunburn. haven't worn makeup or contacts in 1 month. don't think it is allergies. possibilities?

A member asked:

My skin on my neck en head is warm it feels like n sunburn but i wasn't in the sun. there is also small pimple like bumps on my head? and it itches..

A member asked:

I have a patch on my chest of raised skin with a different texture, about the size of my thumb nail. it's itchy and came about after a bad sunburn. it's been two months and it's still there. it's red, raised, painful and itches what can it be?

A member asked:

Receiving paclitaxel and herceptin. after 5th cycle, developed 30 small pimples or water bumps on my scalp, which feels like sunburn, though i've not been in the sun, and itches. is this a normal side effect? can i use calamine lotion on them?

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What causes itching after a sunburn?

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What do i do to get rid of a really bad sunburn fast and what do i do to get it to stop itching?

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I got a rash on my body like a sunburn with a little itching, if this was caused by a drug reaction how long should this rash last?

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