آفتاب‌سوختگی

Sunburn is a form of radiation burn that affects living tissue, such as skin, that results from an overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, usually from the Sun. Common symptoms in humans and other animals include red or reddish skin that is hot to the touch or painful, general fatigue, and mild dizziness. Other symptoms include blistering, peeling skin, swelling, itching, and nausea. Excessive UV radiation is the leading cause of (primarily) non-malignant skin tumors, which in extreme cases can be life-threatening. Sunburn is an inflammatory response in the tissue triggered by direct DNA d

Key facts

Medical condition (new).name: Sunburn
Medical condition (new).image: Sunburn Treatment Practices.jpg
Medical condition (new).caption: A sunburned neck
Medical condition (new).field: Dermatology
Medical condition (new).complications: Skin cancer
Medical condition (new).risks: Working outdoors, skin unprotected by clothes or sunscreen, skin type, age, albinism,
Medical condition (new).prevention: Use of sunscreen, sun protective clothing
Medical condition (new).treatment: Avoiding further exposure to the sun. Cool, frequent baths or showers for pain relief. Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen or aspirin can also help with pain. Drinking water to stay hydrated.