A Guide to Sun Poisoning

Sun poisoning is a generic disorder and can refer to many conditions. In many cases, being exposed to the sun can lead to sunburns and blistering of the skin. Other symptoms such as being dizzy and feeling nauseated may occur, and some people may have an electrolyte imbalance.

When these symptoms occur with sunburn, this may be known as sun poisoning; though this is not accurate at all. This might also indicate the start of extreme dehydration. People should respond by limiting there time in the sun, drink many liquids and look for signs of sunstroke and heat exhaustion. If there is severe pain of nausea, you should get a doctor right away and try to get the proper amount of rest. Also you should seek for medical treatment fast.

In some cases sun poisoning is mentioned in a whole different way, when the condition, polymorphous light eruption is being talked about. The main symptom of PLE, is a reaction to UV rays, it is a big rash with many blisters, bumps, and hives. This may not occur just from being in the sun too long. It's a little more common for those who live in the far part of the North. "PLE or this form of sun poisoning happens to occur anywhere" says the http://www.mdadvice.com/library/ped/pedillsymp400.html. You don't have to have sunburn in order to get it.

Most of the times when this form of rash develops, prescribed methods of care are to treat the form of rash . Placing cream on the rash, drink as much water as possible, and take beta-carotene supplies will help you. If the blisters gets worst and appears infected, you should then seek all the medical treatment you can possible.

Although many people may have good health can get PLE, this form of sun poisoning may have an outcome of taking specific medications that make people very photosentive. There are many types of medications that causes photosensitivity, and you should be very cautious about these medications. Most medications include birth control pills, that come in many forms of antibiotics, and even some are homeopathic drugs. If you noticed that while taking these medications contact your doctor, wear strong sunscreen when you go out, and try to stay in when the sun is at its brightest. Try to wear long sleeve shirts and hats. "Make sure the hat is big enough to protect you"says http://www.ecureme.com/emyhealth/data/Sun_Poisoning.asp