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Suggest Treatment For Skin Rashes Caused When Exposed To Direct Sunlight

hi my age is 30 and i have got the Skin allergy 4 years back only, when ever i am exposed to direct sunlight i get rashes and itching over the exposed area, even i get the same rashes if i have gone to swimming pool or to sea. i have noticed that now adays my skin has become more dry.
pls suggest the permanent solution of it
Mon, 17 Aug 2015
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Hi dear ,

The symptoms you mention in query are known as Polymorphic light eruption (PMLE) . The most common form of sun rash is polymorphic light eruption, also known as sun poisoning. Mild cases of sun rash may resolve without treatment. But if they occur frequently then it need proper medical evaluation . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe Corticosteroids which work by reducing inflammation ( Hydrocortisone cream ) . For now avoid sun exposure , apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 and apply cold compresses to the rashes for itchiness . Take benadryl twice a days and avoid swimming .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Skin Rashes Caused When Exposed To Direct Sunlight

Hi dear , The symptoms you mention in query are known as Polymorphic light eruption (PMLE) . The most common form of sun rash is polymorphic light eruption, also known as sun poisoning. Mild cases of sun rash may resolve without treatment. But if they occur frequently then it need proper medical evaluation . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe Corticosteroids which work by reducing inflammation ( Hydrocortisone cream ) . For now avoid sun exposure , apply broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 and apply cold compresses to the rashes for itchiness . Take benadryl twice a days and avoid swimming . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari