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Tans Easily, Redness In Cheeks, Warm To Touch. What Is Going On?
Hi. my child is 2 years old. he had been in the sun this week. he tans very easy and takes very well to the sun. i noticed his cheeks are very red and warm to the touch even after two days. its a very deep red and its kinda blochy. he has no fever and does not seem to be sick. what could tgus be and what can i do to help?
Tue, 11 Jun 2013
Hi,
thanks for writing to health care magic.
It seems your child has got sun burn.
It is quite common for children to get sun allergy.
Avoid soaps,apply cold sponging over affected areas.This will give soothing effect.
Start applying a mild steroid like hydro cortisone over affected area.
I hope this will solve your problem.Take care.
thanks for writing to health care magic.
It seems your child has got sun burn.
It is quite common for children to get sun allergy.
Avoid soaps,apply cold sponging over affected areas.This will give soothing effect.
Start applying a mild steroid like hydro cortisone over affected area.
I hope this will solve your problem.Take care.
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