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Got really bad sunburn because i didn't use sunscreen. what should i do?

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Stay hydrated: Plenty of fluids, ibuprofen, and moisturize your skin a ton. Use something like eucerin after showering. In the future use sunscreen daily.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 3/30/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Aloe vera: Sap is excellent. You can also use cool compresses.

Answered 6/10/2013

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