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Suggest Treatment For Itching And Burning Sensation On The Face And Hands
Question: In early spring I have a reaction to the sun I swell I itch in my face and hands burned really bad I use sunscreen and it seems not to work is there something I can use that's over-the-counter or do I need to get a screw for certain medication I've had this since I was a child and
Brief Answer:
Are steroids available over-the-counter where you live ma'am?
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I am sorry to hear about your presentation and would like you to know that individuals with such a presentation are usually given the below listed treatment regimen. But to answer your question, it depends on which medications are available over-the-counter (OTC) in your country? Are steroid topical creams available OTC?
+Steroid topical application once or twice daily as advised by your doctor (hydrocortisone cream)
+Sunscreen that helps prevent such eruptions when exposed to the sun (with high sun protective factor - SPF); along with high UVA and UVB protection
+Use of large hats that helps prevent contact with the sun
+Anti-histamine medication: This is an important part of your regimen as the most likely response that occurs is like that of a hypersensitivity reaction, and thus an anti-histamine medication that suits you best is mandatory
+Avoid going out in the sun from 10 am - 3 pm
+Wearing sun-protective clothing (e.g. long sleeves, long necks, etc.)
Polymorphic Light Eruptions (PMLE) can at times be mistaken for photosensitivity which is a common symptom of many conditions, and the two need to be differentiated and a confirmed diagnosis needs to be established.
For this I would request you to visit a dermatologist, not only to establish a diagnosis but also for a prescription for all the above listed medications from the usual treatment regimen ma'am.
I hope you find my response both helpful and informative. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
Are steroids available over-the-counter where you live ma'am?
Detailed Answer:
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Thank you for writing to us.
I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. I am sorry to hear about your presentation and would like you to know that individuals with such a presentation are usually given the below listed treatment regimen. But to answer your question, it depends on which medications are available over-the-counter (OTC) in your country? Are steroid topical creams available OTC?
+Steroid topical application once or twice daily as advised by your doctor (hydrocortisone cream)
+Sunscreen that helps prevent such eruptions when exposed to the sun (with high sun protective factor - SPF); along with high UVA and UVB protection
+Use of large hats that helps prevent contact with the sun
+Anti-histamine medication: This is an important part of your regimen as the most likely response that occurs is like that of a hypersensitivity reaction, and thus an anti-histamine medication that suits you best is mandatory
+Avoid going out in the sun from 10 am - 3 pm
+Wearing sun-protective clothing (e.g. long sleeves, long necks, etc.)
Polymorphic Light Eruptions (PMLE) can at times be mistaken for photosensitivity which is a common symptom of many conditions, and the two need to be differentiated and a confirmed diagnosis needs to be established.
For this I would request you to visit a dermatologist, not only to establish a diagnosis but also for a prescription for all the above listed medications from the usual treatment regimen ma'am.
I hope you find my response both helpful and informative. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
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