UV Rays' Role in Sunburns

When someone is said to suffer from sun poisoning, they have experienced a sunburn where the ultraviolet radiation has severely inflamed the skin. Here are five symptoms of sun poisoning:

1)    Large blisters

2)    Headache

3)    Dizziness

4)    Fever

5)    Swelling of the affected area

Severe symptoms can include nausea, fainting, dehydration, and rapid pulse and breathing. Sunburn is most noticeable when the skin turns extremely red, and the afflicted may become drowsy or experience dilated pupils. Most will feel tenderness in the areas affected, but chills and vomiting can indicate that something is seriously wrong.

The short-term effects usually manifest within a half day after experiencing the burn, and the longer-term symptoms can take a day or more to manifest. When sun poisoning occurs and severe symptoms kick in, seek professional medical attention. Pain management medications and healing balms will be used to bring relief, and intravenous fluids may be used to help restore hydration and electrolytes.