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Skin Feels Like Sunburn
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On the right side of my face from my skull down to my neck I hav such a funny feeling when I touch my skin it feels like sunburn but its not?
See your doctor: That could be anything from herpes zoster or shingles or even a migraine aura. Have yourself checked for any rashes on your scalp or in your neck ...Read more
Sunburn (Definition)
An intense inflammatory response to excessive sun exposure that represents the body's reaction to the tissue damage resulting ...Read more
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Why does my skin feel like I have a sunburn after prophylactic mastectomy? When will it go away. Surgery was 3 weeks ago.
Pain: I guess you are describing pain at the surgical site. Post operative pains are normal. Some areas of initial skin numbness goes through a phase of skin nerve hypersensitivity as the numbness resolves. This is common & normal and often starts a few weeks after surgery and gradually resolves. See your surgeon for any concerns. ...Read more
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My skin gets extremely sensitive to the touch once in a while. It feels like it is sunburned even though it is not. What is causing this?
Sunburn like: It could be dry skin and should respond to a daily moisturizer that is free of fragrance and perfume ...Read more
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Skin feels sunburned after using body wash, what could be wrong?
You may have a: Sensitivity to that particular body wash. If it happens more than once- would stop using that product. Take care. ...Read more
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So I got sunburn and my skin is coming of will the my skin be tan or be white like if I didn't get sun?
Pale: After the top layer peals away the newer skin below will not have the mature pigment production needed to keep you tanned evenly. You will have variation from pale in the newly pealed areas to deeper tan in the areas that did not burn. It may take a year or more before your tone is even. Liberal use of a sunblock can lighten the tanned areas so the change isn't as noticeable. ...Read more
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What's the symptomatic difference between dry skin and hot flashes? My skin feels really hot on and off like sunburn for a few min
Hot flashes need:
Are treated with hormones A sudden feeling of warmth spreading through your upper body and face
A flushed appearance with red, blotchy skin Rapid heartbeat
Perspiration, mostly on your upper body
Feeling chilled as the hot flash subsides
Hot flashes vary in frequency — you may have few or many in a day — and each hot flash usually subsides in a few minutes. Dry skin is constantly irritated
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No medications. The itching is all over his body and he says it feels like a sunburn all over, and skin feels tight?
Too vague: Need more details but warrant a consult with your doctor since I am concerned that it feels more like a sunburn than just simply itching. ...Read more
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Hi im 37, man. I have been in infrared sauna 3-4 times. But last time I feel like sunburned skin. It has been 1 week and I still feel sunburn+nailed?
Stay Away: Obviously not for you - stay away! If you need a sauna, try steam~! ...Read more
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What would scratching a sunburn do to your skin?
Irritate tissues: It may irritate inflammed skin and start the peeling process. Aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) can reduce redness, pain, itching & swelling from a burn. ...Read more
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What are the causes of your skin to itch after a sunburn?
Sunburn: Inflammation is the cause of itching after sunburn. Histamine is released which causes redness, pain snd itching. Antihistamines and asprin therefore help. ...Read more
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Skin peels after sunburn go back to normal color? How long?
Weeks to months: Depending on your skin type, it can take just a couple of weeks or up to a year for skin to return to normal color after a peeling sunburn. If you are prone to hyperpigmentation, it could be permanent. The best thing to do is avoid the sun, wear your sunscreen, and keep the skin moisturized. See your dermatologist or primary physician for a skin check yearly. ...Read more
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What will happen after my sunburn peels? Will color match skin?
It may: Over time, if you don't burn further, the skin tone should return to normal. I would recommend you use a sunscreen to protect you from further damage. ...Read more
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What are the causes of the skin to itch uncontrollably after a sunburn?
Inflammation: The inflammatory response following a sunburn, causes the severe itching. ...Read more
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Is it good to sunburn on purpose occasionally so that you get new skin faster?
NO: Do you think the pain and increased risk for skin cancer would be worth it? ...Read more
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I've got sunburn I've to remove tan from my skin. I'm indian... what should I do?
Tan: Best to stay out of the Sun for a period of time. Hence wear a large hat and keep exposed skin areas covered. ...Read more
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If you sunburn on your face, are you more likely to gets freckle in the future cause you've damaged your skin?
Yes!: There are two basic types of freckles, "simple freckles" and "sunburn freckles", and this should help answer your question. Freckles are more common in those with light complexions, and in those who get sunburns. Moderate your sun exposure, wear a hat, and always wear good, and good amounts, of sunscreen! ...Read more
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I got a really bad sunburn. It has since healed, but I have a darker patch of skin within the "tan" area. Is this normal?
Post-inflammatory: Increased pigment is common after any skin injury. Protect from sun and heat. Prescription bleaching creams are more effective than OTC. Often this improves over time without treatment. ...Read more
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I am currently twking the drug ocutane for my skin and have had quite a few sunburn just want to no what could happen I do wear blockout?
Accutane: Even though you. May be wearing sunblock getting sunburned will dry your skin out even worse than Accutane alone. ...Read more
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How come sunburns turn your skin red?
Inflammation: Radiation from the sun injures the skin. Your body jumps into healing by creating inflammation to bring fresh healthy blood and healing factors to the area. The blood vessels dilate to get the healthy blood there and get the injured tissues healed. This inflammatory response makes things red, hot, swollen, and painful but, is absolutely necessary for things to heal. ...Read more
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When I sit in the sun for about 20 mins my skin gets red and blotchy like a sunburn. What could be causing it?
Heat, sun reaction: Most likely it is an increase in blood flow to your skin as you are out in the heat. Blood vessels in your skin dilate and the skin then becomes red as you describe. It's also possible that you are having a phototoxic reaction. That's a reaction of your skin to sunlight when you are on certain medications. Things like birth control, even NSAID's can cause this type of reaction. ...Read more
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I have a sunburn and now it feels as though there are worms wriggling around under the skin of my back. What could it be?
Sunburn: The burn and skin inflammation can create this type of crawling sensation. Moisturize and soothe the skin with topical anesthetics like "solarcaine". Tannic acid from tea bags can be soothing. ...Read more
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Doin stretches earlier when suddenly a burning feeling started behind my shoulder felt like sunburn now happens everytime bend my head to left?
Muscle spasm: Most likely just a muscle spam which will resolve in a week or two. ...Read more
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I. Got sunburned I would like to know what I can do for it not to be so red or relief pain. Also if there is a way for my skin not to peel off?
Sunburn relief!:
Here some measures that may provide some relief from sunburn:
•Use cool cloths on sunburned areas.
•Take frequent cool showers or baths.
•Apply soothing lotions that contain aloe vera to sunburned areas. Topical steroids (such as 1% hydrocortisone cream) may also help with sunburn pain and swelling.
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Can you apply skin lotion to a sunburn?
Yes: Yes. Sunburned skin should be hydrated, and lotion is a good way to to keep the skin moisturized. You can also use aloe gel to cool the skin. ...Read more
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Is it okay to peel the skin after a sunburn?
Don't peel skin.: Keep sunburn cool with moist cool/cold compresses. Avoid alcohol containing products. Break off pieces of aloe vera plant & apply sap to skin. Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain. Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. Seek medical care for severe pain, fever, lack of improvement of symptoms within several days or if a large surface area is blistered. ...Read more
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Why does sunburned skin have that warm-feeling?
Inflammation: When you have a sunburn your skin is inflamed. Inflamed skin is warm to the touch. ...Read more
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How does one treat flakey skin after a sunburn?
Hydrate: Sunburned skin should be hydrated, and lotion is a good way to to keep the skin moisturized. You can also use aloe gel to cool the skin. ...Read more
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Can people with darker skin tones get sunburns?
Yes: Darker skinned individuals have greater protection to the Sun's Ultraviolet radiation. A darker skin type may be able to tolerate exposure longer without burning, however, given enough time or exposure they will get a sun burn. ...Read more
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Skin is feeling itchy a month after sunburn, help?
Hydrate well w water: Antihistamines can be used for itching. Moisturize skin. Aloe vera straight from the plant helps w healing. ...Read more
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My sons head is swelling from sunburn. What do I do?
Med tx: If he has significant burn to the point that there is visible swelling - would seek medical care. In the meantime, keep sunburn cool with moist cool/cold compresses. Avoid alcohol containing products. Break off pieces of aloe vera plant & apply sap to skin. Consider non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds to reduce pain. Don’t yank off peeling skin or burst blisters. ...Read more