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Is it possible to have a sun allergy? whenever i am out in the sun my skin is very itchy afterwards and i get very tiny little bumps. it will itch for days afterwards wherever i had exposure. is this possible?

Q: is it possible to have a sun allergy? whenever i am out in the sun my skin is very itchy afterwards and i get very tiny little bumps. it will itch for days afterwards wherever i had exposure. is this possible?

: There’s a reaction called photodermatitis. When on certain medication’s exposure to sun can cause itching or rash.

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

There’s a reaction called photodermatitis. When on certain medication’s exposure to sun can cause itching or rash.

Dr Colantino agreed

Answered 5/16/2023

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Photosensitivity can also be caused by autoimmune disorders like lupus.

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have a sun allergy? whenever i am out in the sun my skin is very itchy afterwards and i get very tiny little bumps. it will itch for days afterwards wherever i had exposure. is this possible?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Dr Colantino agreed

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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