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Does being in the sun on antibiotics make you sick.

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Skin Sensitivity: Not sick (just because of the sun) but your skin may be very sensitive to burning. Being on antibiotics any time in the year can be hard on your GI system.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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