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What Causes Sunburn On The Legs?

My daughter has a sever sunburn on the front of her legs...no blisters. They are swollen and she has sever pain when standing....she has to keep moving. Is this something she needs to see a physician for? It happened Saturday . She has bee using cold compresses and lotion with aloe....What more does she need to do?
Tue, 3 Oct 2017
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sunburn can be treated with aloevera gel,cold compressions . analgesics like paracetomol should be given to reduce the pain.avoid making contact with skin.use hats,cotton dresses.if the symptoms doesnt improve, contact your dermatologist.
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What Causes Sunburn On The Legs?

sunburn can be treated with aloevera gel,cold compressions . analgesics like paracetomol should be given to reduce the pain.avoid making contact with skin.use hats,cotton dresses.if the symptoms doesnt improve, contact your dermatologist.