Definitions

Sunburn

Treatments

Treatment includes pain relievers and creams to relieve itching. Repeated exposure increases the risk of other conditions such as wrinkles, dark spots, and skin cancer.

Description

A type of skin burn resulting from getting too much sun or other type of ultraviolet radiation, such as from sunlamps.

Overview

Sunburn is a type of skin burn from getting too much sun or other type of ultraviolet radiation, such as from sunlamps.

Symptoms

Symptoms include inflamed, painful skin that feels hot to the touch. Skin may also blister.

Treatment

Treatment includes pain relievers and soothing lotions or gels. Stay out of the sun while the sunburn heals.