Question 1

are sunburned little white spots on shoulders normal?

Accepted Answer

No: This probably is tinea versicolor which is a infection caused by a yeast-like organism which lives on the skin.  Sun exposure can active an infectiion which causes bleaching of the skin.

Question 2

i had white spots from a previous sunburn. went out and even with sunscreen they got burned again. now i have tiny bumps on where i got burned. help?

Accepted Answer

Help?: You have blisters from being burned. You need to let your skin heal. No potions. Time and staying out of the sun while healing is indicated here.

Question 3

got a bad sunburn months ago, it started to peel & i peeled it before it was ready. now i have tiny, white spots covering my chest that won't go away.

Accepted Answer

Sun damage: Those "white spots" are likely areas of low pigmentation brought about by damage to the melanocytes (cells that make pigment) from the sunburn. It may take a year for them to kick back in and for your skin to look normal color again. In the meantime, make sure you use sunscreen daily and pamper your skin in next few months with moisturizers and avoidance of irritants.

Question 4

i had a sunburn and i started peeling it kind of stopped but some of my skin is tan and with white spots will it stay 4 ever?

Accepted Answer

It might: One thing that happens after years of sun exposure is the skin pigments irregularly. This means you can have dark and light spots.

Question 5

after a month of sunburn   i noticed that i have white spots on my arms and body.some are large and without shape it does not itch.what   can i do?

Accepted Answer

Skin changes: It sounds like you need to visit a dermatologist. There is a possibility that you may have Tinea versicolor, which is a non-contagious fungus which causes light or dark circles which may coalesce into larger areas. It is important to wear sunscreen and avoid sunburn. Sun damage can lead to serious skin conditions including skin cancer. Remember to protect yourself from the sun.

Question 6

hi - i traveled recently, and after the sunburn my arms have got white spots and sometimes itching happens badly. pls suggest some home remedy.

Accepted Answer

Cortisone Cream: YOu can also apply AloeVera.
 In future do remember to wear Sun Screen and Avoid 11 to 2 Sun light for prolonged period of time.

Question 7

after getting a sun burn on my shoulders i have white spots what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Loss of pigment: Repeated sun burns tend to result in areas of irregular pigmentation and areas of pigment loss.

Question 8

i have light brown spots on my back after a bad sunburn, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: I would see a dermatologist who can determine if that is a normal after effect or actual cancerous indication. He/she would best be able to say based on your health and medical history, skin care etc. Stay out of the sun and wear sun screen as even a little exposure can be hurtful.

Question 9

i've had a sunburn through the summer & it's all patchy because of the sand and missing certain spots with sunscreen. is this dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Normal Process: As injured skin heals, the body creates inflammation which means fresh blood goes to the area and with it, many kinds of healing factors and cells.  One type is called melanocytes which carry our skin pigment melanin.  A healing occurs, these cells may or may not return to the area and give it the brownish or lack of coloration you see.  There might be some changes as the injury matures.

Question 10

how can i make sunburn spots go away naturally?

Accepted Answer

Normal Healing: As injured skin heals, the body creates inflammation to do so which means fresh blood goes to the area and with it, many kinds of healing factors and cells.  One type is called melanocytes which carry our skin pigment melanin.  A healing occurs, these cells get deposited in the area and give it the brownish coloration you see.  Over time, there will be some fading as the injury matures.

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Are sunburned little white spots on shoulders normal?

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I had white spots from a previous sunburn. went out and even with sunscreen they got burned again. now i have tiny bumps on where i got burned. help?

A member asked:

Got a bad sunburn months ago, it started to peel & i peeled it before it was ready. now i have tiny, white spots covering my chest that won't go away.

A member asked:

I had a sunburn and i started peeling it kind of stopped but some of my skin is tan and with white spots will it stay 4 ever?

A member asked:

After a month of sunburn i noticed that i have white spots on my arms and body.some are large and without shape it does not itch.what can i do?

A member asked:

Hi - i traveled recently, and after the sunburn my arms have got white spots and sometimes itching happens badly. pls suggest some home remedy.

A member asked:

After getting a sun burn on my shoulders i have white spots what could it be?

A member asked:

I have light brown spots on my back after a bad sunburn, should i be concerned?

A member asked:

I've had a sunburn through the summer & it's all patchy because of the sand and missing certain spots with sunscreen. is this dangerous?

A member asked:

How can i make sunburn spots go away naturally?

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