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What Causes Pins And Needles In Legs And Thighs?

Hello! Why do I have such an uncomfortable needle pricking sensation in my legs & thighs while I am in a tanning bed? I only tan for five minutes once a day. Yes, I have used sunscreen then I went without & nothing helped. It is so uncomfortable! Even when I am done tanning I feel it.
Wed, 10 Jun 2015
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I have gone through your case and I can understand your concern. This is photodermatosis - a condition that consists in skin sensivity to light - in your case to tanning bed. Avoid exposure to sun or use suntan lotion, stop using tanning bed it may be very harmful for your skin, and take Loratadine orally tablets once daily for 3-5 days, also prednisone may be required if severe. Please don't forget to give your valuable feedback and five star rating, to help me assist you in a better way. Click at 'I Find This Answer Helpful too'. Please, write a review about your experience with me.
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What Causes Pins And Needles In Legs And Thighs?

I have gone through your case and I can understand your concern. This is photodermatosis - a condition that consists in skin sensivity to light - in your case to tanning bed. Avoid exposure to sun or use suntan lotion, stop using tanning bed it may be very harmful for your skin, and take Loratadine orally tablets once daily for 3-5 days, also prednisone may be required if severe. Please don t forget to give your valuable feedback and five star rating, to help me assist you in a better way. Click at I Find This Answer Helpful too . Please, write a review about your experience with me.