Sunburn

By the wording of your question, I'm assuming you know some basic physics, but for those who don't, I'll do a quick summary.

Electromagnetic radiation, of which both visible light and UV radiation are a part, consists of photons (light particle-waves) of varying wavelengths. The wavelength of the radiation determines the energy it carries, they are inversely proportional. Thus, shorter wavelengths have a higher energy, and longer wavelengths have a lower energy.

The DNA inside skin cells can essentially be viewed as long, helical chain of molecules that are bonded together in specific ways. These bonds have specific energies associated with them, and if radiation with the right amount of energy (and hence the right wavelength) hits it, this bond can be broken. Usually, the cell is able to repair this damage. This is a complicated process which can easily be looked up, but I won't go into it here. Sometimes, however, mistakes occur during this repair, and these mistakes are replicated when the DNA is reproduced for further skin cell production.

Now that the background is established, back to the question. UV radiation, having a shorter wavelength than that of visible light, is energetic enough to break bonds in DNA, and thus to damage skin cells.

First, do something to heal the wounds. Cover them if you are exposed ot the sun again, to prevent them from getting worse. There are creams and lotions made to help heal sunburns, too. If it is very severe, go to the doctors. They can help with more proactive treatments to help prevent future problems. For the pain, you could try an oer-the-counter pain killer to help ease it up a little but, too.

Sometimes, you get hives or red spots later. Science chemical reactions takes time. You really have to use lotion.

I am assuming this is one of the Science Award Trust Questions. Well my answer for this was:

There is an ozone hole over Antarctica which has grown so large it reaches southern parts of Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina and South Africa. Also New Zealand's Ozone layer is very thin so the sun takes a shorter time to burn us compared to other areas of the world.

Sun burn can be prevented by avoiding sun exposure between 10am-2pm, Wearing protective clothing and wide brimmed hats and by regularly applying sunscreen.

Sunburn is permanent. The long term dangers of sun burn are premature aging skin and wrinkling, brown spots and freckles, development of premalignant lesions and development of skin cancer.

NO. Any oil based cream will 'cake' and will act to form a sort of layer that keeps the heat in and will worsen the burn. Use a very thin very light gel or cream such as aloe vera(if you can get hold of a plant and cut the leaves its fantastic) you will need to apply very very regularly, if the burn is bad then look at applying as soon as the gel has been absorbed

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It actually will help sooth the sunburn

This could be a candida rash. Sometimes when you have too much yeast in your blood, it breaks out through the skin as an itchy rash and warmth. It is best to seek a doctor's advice if this continues.

do elephants get sunburn

That you have burnt yourself to a crips just as when we overcook any meat it gets darker to eventually black when burnt. Use sunscreen.. who wants to be wrinkly and risk skin cancer?

Yes.

Pig skin is sensitive to the sun and they can get burnt. This is one of the reasons that they like to roll in mud. The mud keeps their skin cool and also acts as a sunblock.

yes when i was pregnant my face was really puffy and i was carrying water all over my body so yes it is possible this could indicate a health problem though i would have it checked out

Use straight aloe vera gel on inflammed area and see the doctor . The doctor should give an antihistamine for the itching. The weight gain you and your doctor would have to figure out.

no

YES...the sun can cause swelling in your forehead and eyes..Ive seen it many times.Theres not much you can do except to ice it and wait it out.Some people have a reaction to the sun even if they never have before..your body reacts with fluid build up.

yes and it is really bad for them so wear sunglasses

If this is a true sunburn you cannot get rid of it in five minutes. Anymore than you can get rid of a burn if you touch a hot pan in an oven. You will have to wait until the burn heals that could be as long as five days.

Nope, it heals it from the pain, it's actually the best to use for a sunburn.

But mix it with water on a wash cloth don't soak it just in rubbing alcohol or it may sting at first, with water it don't sting.

We protect ourselves from the ultraviolet radiation by staying indoors, covering exposed areas with clothing and using an appropriately rated sunscreen designed for that purpose.

You should see a doctor. This could be nothing but it could be a sign of more serious problems.

It sounds like shingles. it is caused by the chickenpox virus and it lives in the spine. sometimes it can escape and give a burning sensation. it is treated by medication. it can be painful and even after treatment you can still have the pain for up to 12 months after the flare up in rare cases. i have recently been diagnosed with this myself and it is a different pain to normal back pain as it is a constant burning, in my case it is only in 1 small spot on the left side of my spine, see your dr and they will be able to help

An exposure substantial enough to result in a mild sunburn will be followed by melanin producing a tan that may last a few weeks.

Here are some sunburn treatment steps you can take to help ease your pain:

Keep the skin cool, by applying a cool-damp towel, cold compress (do not use ice)to the affected skin or take a cool bath.

Keep the skin moist by apply moisturizing cream (non-oil based), aloe vera cream or gel or other over the counter sunburn products (check with your pharmacist).

Leave blisters alone. Do not break them, that will slow down the healing process and risk an infection. To protect the blisters, lightly cover with a non-stick sterile gauge pad.

If necessary, take a pain reliever such as, Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin or other). Follow label instructions.

Take the pain reliever until redness and soreness is alleviated.

Skin that is peeling should be treated gently. Within a few days when the affected area begins to peel continue using moisturizing cream.

Use sunscreen liberally and frequently to prevent further damage to your sunburn. Some studies have shown that we only use half of the recommended amount.

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If you've had shingles, it could be postherpetic neuralgia.

Apply sour cream on the affected area , and within 12 hours the burns will improve It s a proven natural remedy

No! Don't!! It gives you a bubbly sort of rash on your face. Anything that touches it hurts even water. Trust me, a pimple is better than a rash on your face. This is by experience!☺