Sunburn Definition
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sunburn is a burn on the skin produced by overexposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
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symptoms of sunburn are: Red skin that is painful and hot to touch, and mild dizziness and tiredness. The skin damage is often permanent and can have serious long-term health effects, including skin cancer.
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sunburn can be life-threatening and is a leading cause of cancer. A similar burn can be produced by overexposure to other sources of UV such as tanning lamps. A sunburn can be prevented by using: sunscreen, clothing and by limiting exposure especially during the middle of the day.
Home Remedies for Sunburn
How to Cure Sunburn with Natural Treatments
1. Smear plain yogurt as a home remedy, let it stand for a few minutes, rinse off under cool water.
2. Squeeze 3 lemons and mix into 2 cups of cold water, apply on the sunburn.
3. Apply avocado paste on the burned skin to treat naturally.
4. Make a compress of whole milk and apply to the burned area for 20 minutes and wash. Repeat every 2-4 hours.
5. Cut a lemon or tomato and apply on the afflicted area.
6. Sprinkle burn with baking soda and pour vinegar over soda.
Home remedy for sunburn:
Grate a potato and apply on the burned area.
More Information
Recommended Sunburn Links
Sunburn In Wikipedia - Information about Sunburn.
nlm.nih.gov - Sunburn Information.
kidshealth.org - Sunburn Cure.
