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Legs Sun Burnt. Feet Is Swollen And Purple Color. Tried Cold Water And Aloe. Cure?
Good afternoon...I am hoping you can help me. My feet and legs got sunburnt..my legs are fine but my feet are a red/purple color and swollen, also my ankles are swollen too. I have tried to cold water and aloe. They are better in the morning..but as the day goes on they get worse.
Thanks so much for your help.
Amy Pillar
Thanks so much for your help.
Amy Pillar
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Mon, 22 Apr 2013
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013
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If your sunburn is this bad it is better to apply topical steroids. Sometimes a short course of oral steroids also might be required. I advice you to see a dermatologist as these medicines are not over the counter. Use a sunscreen of high SPF at least >50 over the burnt area.As much as possible avoid sunlight exposure.
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Take care
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If your sunburn is this bad it is better to apply topical steroids. Sometimes a short course of oral steroids also might be required. I advice you to see a dermatologist as these medicines are not over the counter. Use a sunscreen of high SPF at least >50 over the burnt area.As much as possible avoid sunlight exposure.
Hope this helped
Take care
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