{"id":2566,"date":"2019-08-19T15:58:53","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T15:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kayaskinclinic.com\/uae\/2021\/12\/13\/sunburn-prevention-and-treating-sunburns\/"},"modified":"2023-02-20T14:22:32","modified_gmt":"2023-02-20T14:22:32","slug":"sunburn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kayaskinclinic.com\/uae\/en\/know-skin-hair\/sunburn\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunburn: Prevention and Treating Sunburns"},"content":{"rendered":"

With blazing temperatures and humidity reaching extreme heights this summer, chances are your skin may be harmed. The effects of intense heat can cause your skin to experience swelling, red patches, and sunburn\u00a0blisters<\/a>. Furthermore, the exposure to UVA and UVB, which breaks down collagen and elastin, can result in long-term damage such as wrinkles and ageing skin. Worse still is the possibility of sunburnt skin increasing your risk of skin cancer. According to Cancer Research UK getting sunburnt just once every two years can triple your risk of melanoma skin cancer.<\/p>\n

While a mild tan may look sexy, the key is to understand if it\u2019s just a sun kissed glow or actually damage done to your skin. To help you enjoy the summer safely, we answer your frequently asked questions on sunburn.<\/p>\n

Q1: How do I know if I am sunburnt?<\/strong><\/p>\n

If your skin after being exposed to the sun feels hot, red, tender, swollen or blistered, you are likely to have suffered sunburn. Sunburns can feel very similar to burns, and the more severe the sunburn, the greater the chances of the skin becoming blistered or swollen.<\/p>\n

Q2: What does Sunburn do to my skin?<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are two main UV rays which affect your skin, by causing direct damage to the DNA in your skin cells. While UVA penetrates deeper, it results more in skin aging and less of actual sunburn. UVB rays on the other hand, are directly responsible for sunburns. As part of your body\u2019s healing process, you may find your skin peeling and itching as your body tries to rid itself of sun-damaged cells.<\/p>\n

Q3: What is the first thing I should do if I am sunburnt?<\/strong><\/p>\n

As sunburns often occur several hours after actual exposure to the sun, your skin may start to exhibit the signs of sunburn only after a while. As soon as you see your skin turn red or dark pink, you need to start cooling the skin to remove the heat coming from the burn. Wrapping ice in a flannel and placing it over the affected areas will instantly subside the burning feeling. You can also opt to take a cool shower. Be sure to avoid hot or even warm water.<\/p>\n

Q4. When should I see a doctor?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Post any sunburn, it is advisable to consult with a dermatologist, who can assess the damage to your skin and prescribe the correct treatment. However, if you start to experience any of the below symptoms, be sure to check with a doctor at once.<\/p>\n