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My sunburn is so bad i can barely walk. what should i do? aloe, cold water and ibuprofen are not helping. and now i'm noticing small purple rash like patches, but i'm not itchy.

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Put the Fire Out.: You can start by having a doctor evaluate the true extent of the burn. A treatment plan will be more effective if you know just how bad it is.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/31/2015

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A member asked:

My sunburn is so bad i can barely walk. what should i do? aloe, cold water and ibuprofen are not helping. and now i'm noticing small purple rash like patches, but i'm not itchy.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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