Sun Poisoning Guide: Symptoms and Treatment

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For sun poisoning cases that are more involved, yet still mild enough to treat at home, add an antihistamine (to reduce the symptoms of the allergic reaction) and an over-the-counter pain reliever to the treatments
 listed above. Be sure to get plenty of rest. See your doctor if the sun poisoning rash blisters become infected or if you have any additional concerns.

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  • Sun poisoning is a severe reaction to sunlight, frequently associated with sunburn.
  • Certain medications, health problems and common personal products increase the risk of sun poisoning
  • Symptoms of sun poisoning may be severe enough to require immediate medical assistance.
  
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Great article. Sun poisoning is no joke. When I was a kid, I got 3rd degree sunburns over 50% of my body and it took 3 months to heal. Since then, shade and sunblock have been my friends.
Great information. I have a friend who can not even be in the sun without getting sick because of staying out in it too much as a young girl.
People who previously had no problem can suddenly be affected by the sun, so this is good info to know. Thanks for sharing.
Great article! I had a mild case of sun poisoning earlier this summer, and I'm glad more people are writing about the subject.
I love the sun, the beach, but I'm aware of all this too. Thanks for reminding once more..
Thanks for the info (I am fair skin, so I am really careful of the sun).
Fantastic information, very detailed write-up. Thanks!
Very good info here! I just wrote a piece on desert safety/heat safety...it's that time of year! Thanks.
Very informative article on Sun Poisoning Guide: Symptoms and Treatment. Being from Florida I see vacationers that come to Florida to soak up the sun and pay later.
Great resource, thanks!
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