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What Causes Sun Burn?
i got sunburned really bad on saturday i think it is sun poisoning. my sister said that at the divit below the neck, but above the sternum, looks like it is turning purple. and it does kindve hurt but it didnt start hurting till a couple of hours ago. and like i said i got the sun burn on saturday. is that normal or should i go see my doctor a.s.a.p?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
From your history and description, you seem to be having an acute sunburn reaction.
You may need a short course of oral steroids for 3-5 days. You need to meet your primary care physician to get the prescription for the same.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
From your history and description, you seem to be having an acute sunburn reaction.
You may need a short course of oral steroids for 3-5 days. You need to meet your primary care physician to get the prescription for the same.
Hope this helps you.
Take care.
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