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Suggest Remedies For Blisters On The Shoulder Caused By Sunburn
Question: My son went fishing yesterday and got sunburn amd now had blisters on his shoulders. Whay should i do to treat it?
Brief Answer:
Use cortisone
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Sun burn is an allergic reaction.
It can be treated with the use of a mild steroid cream like cortisone to be applied twice daily for a week.
It is safe and effective.
There should not be any prolonged exposure to sunlight during this week.
It is also important to use a good sunscreen with spf 40.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
Use cortisone
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Sun burn is an allergic reaction.
It can be treated with the use of a mild steroid cream like cortisone to be applied twice daily for a week.
It is safe and effective.
There should not be any prolonged exposure to sunlight during this week.
It is also important to use a good sunscreen with spf 40.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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