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I used to never burn and just tan. all of a sudden i can't be in the sun without burning. i don't even tan, my skin just turns pink. what's going on?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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Photo sensitivity : Some meds or skin preparations can cause a hypersensitity to the sun, causing one to burn rapidly. C a dermatologist or ur family doc.

Answered 8/10/2017

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A member asked:

I used to never burn and just tan. all of a sudden i can't be in the sun without burning. i don't even tan, my skin just turns pink. what's going on?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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