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What can i do to treat my sunburn?

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Not much: Apply moisturizing lotions to keep it from drying, and this will help some. Aloe is considered helpful by some. If you have actual blistering, then this is a second degree burn, and should be treated with an antibiotic cream-neosporin- until it heals.

Answered 7/22/2012

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sunburn pain: Aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) can reduce redness, pain, itching & swelling from a burn. It has anesthetic, anti-inflammatory & antibacterial / antifungal qualities. It can speed burn healing by stimulating growth of new skin. Apply cool compresses. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and acetomenophen can be very helpful. Hydrate well and don't peel off any deep layers.

Answered 4/13/2013

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