Question 1

sunburn swollen legs ankles what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Apply aloe: Elevate the legs and take an antiinflammatory like Motrin or alleve if not contraindicated for any reason.

Question 2

what is the treatment for swollen legs due to sunburn?

Accepted Answer

First: take an anti-: Inflammatory agents. For Ibuprofen the dose is 10 mg/kg/dose taken after meals every 8 hrs. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is not an anti-inflammatory drug and it also taken every 4 hrs.  It is much less doable outside a hospital setting. Tylenol (acetaminophen) dosing is 10-15 mg/kg/dose every 4 hrs.

Question 3

can leg swelling from sunburn cause blood clots?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Leg swelling attributed to sunburn would not be expected to cause blood clots.  Common causes of blood clots include prolonged immobility (i.e. Long plan rides), major surgery, extremity injury, and conditions associated with increased tendency to form blood clots (i.e. Cancer).

Question 4

i got severely sunburned on my legs saturday and now my ankles are swollen why is this happening?

Accepted Answer

Swelling after burns: Burns cause inflammation which in turn increase blood flow to the area.  More blood causes swelling.  Try an anti inflammatory cream and/ or aleve (naproxen) to address the inflammation.  Cool soaks can help.  The burn injury will take a couple of weeks to heal.

Question 5

my left arm and leg are swollen from sunburn and it hurts to move them, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

SWELLING AND SUNBURN: YOU HAVE A FIRE!
HOW DO YOU PUT OUT A FIRE? WITH WATER . . .
SIT IN A TUB OF LUKEWARM WATER (NOT HOT OR COLD) FOR AT LEAST 30 MINUTES EVER 3 OR 4 HOURS.
LET YOUR PCP KNOW ABOUT IT SOONEST . . .

Question 6

my husband got a terrible sunburn on his legs and feet. his feet and legs are so swollen he said it feels like they are splitting.  should he go to in?

Accepted Answer

Sunburn: There are various degrees of sunburn.  There can be significant inflammation, some swelling as well as the risk of infection.  He needs to see his PCP for further evaluation.

Question 7

went to the waterpark yesterday, got sunburned on my face and legs. my face is in intense pain and very swollen. nothing i have tried has helped ?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: Your description sounds like a bad 1st degree or even a second degree burn. See your doctor for treatment, which may include oral steroids and stay out of the sun. All the best.

Question 8

i managed to get a nasty sunburn on my legs and although i'm doing much better today after applying aloe vera and yoghurt , my legs are a bit swollen.

Accepted Answer

Normal response: You cn use Advil or Aleve (naproxen) if not allergic to these medications to reduce pain and inflammation.

Question 9

why are my legs red almost like a sunburn, from my knees to my ankles? they aren't swollen & they don't hurt.

Accepted Answer

Red legs: Many things can cause redness in the legs; infections, vascular conditions, blood clots to name a few.  I would recommend evaluation by your primary care physician.

Question 10

i got a bad sunburn on legs. they are swollen and so are feet but no blisters. what should be done about it? will it just go away?

Accepted Answer

Not very much &amp; yes: 400-600 mg ibuprofen helps along w/ cool compresses or aloe which has naturally-occurring anti-inflammatory. Elevate legs and stay hydrated.  Learn from your experience and protect yourself in the future!

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I got severely sunburned on my legs saturday and now my ankles are swollen why is this happening?

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My left arm and leg are swollen from sunburn and it hurts to move them, what should i do?

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My husband got a terrible sunburn on his legs and feet. his feet and legs are so swollen he said it feels like they are splitting. should he go to in?

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Went to the waterpark yesterday, got sunburned on my face and legs. my face is in intense pain and very swollen. nothing i have tried has helped ?

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I managed to get a nasty sunburn on my legs and although i'm doing much better today after applying aloe vera and yoghurt , my legs are a bit swollen.

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Why are my legs red almost like a sunburn, from my knees to my ankles? they aren't swollen & they don't hurt.

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I got a bad sunburn on legs. they are swollen and so are feet but no blisters. what should be done about it? will it just go away?

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