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A sunburn is a burn to the skin produced by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, commonly from the sun's rays. A similar burn can be produced by overexposure to other sources of UV such as from tanning lamps, or occupationally, such as from welding arcs. Exposure of the skin to lesser amounts of UV will often produce a suntan. Usual mild symptoms are red or reddish skin that's hot to the touch, a washed out feeling, and mild dizziness.
Sunburn can be life-threatening and is a leading cause of cancer. Sunburn can easily be prevented through the use of sunscreen, clothing (and hats), and by limiting solar exposure, especially during the middle of the day. The only cure for skin burn is slow healing, although skin creams can help.
In the winter time, windburn is commonly confused with a sunburn, with typically milder symptoms.
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@channelate Correct you are. Worst sunburn I ever had.
michaelkotzum (Michael Kotzum) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:39:03 -0000
@channelate Correct you are. Worst sunburn I ever had.
@_Jaimi_ no. Sunburn. Real sunburn. Haha.
Callyisthebomb (Cally Morton ) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:38:42 -0000
@_Jaimi_ no. Sunburn. Real sunburn. Haha.
I've got sunburn on my balls dude.I hope I don't start peeling.Lol.I am hilarious. ¿Embrace The Fish?
embracethefish (Bruce Williams) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:32:41 -0000
I've got sunburn on my balls dude.I hope I don't start peeling.Lol.I am hilarious. ¿Embrace The Fish?
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Skin_Care_Tips (Skin Care) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:32:31 -0000
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@owlcity "She got a tan and I got a sunburn" Such a sweetawesome song!
Kyle41792 (Kyle Kamphaus) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:11:30 -0000
@owlcity "She got a tan and I got a sunburn" Such a sweetawesome song!
Hello tweepers, I'm back, sunburnt and happy (not about the sunburn). Trinity Beach is lovely and I want to move to Cairns. Hope you all ok.
CatharineRedden (Catharine M Redden) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:45:19 -0000
Hello tweepers, I'm back, sunburnt and happy (not about the sunburn). Trinity Beach is lovely and I want to move to Cairns. Hope you all ok.
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A: Best Method to Block Out Sunburn? - Recommendations for protection from the sun.
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Discovery Online -- Planet Earth Cams: Sunburn Cam - Maps showing the total amount of UV radiation reaching the surface of the Earth, the Erythermal Exposure Index. Extensive UV exposure can cause skin cancer and blinding cataracts in the eyes of humans and other animals.
eMedicine Health - Sunburn - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of sunburn.
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Ladies Home Journal - Sunburn - Ideas and treatments to keep skin looking and feeling healthy and protected from harmful sunburns.
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Sunburn - Facts on sunburn including treatment information presented by Survive Outdoors, Inc.
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Sunburn - University of Missouri-Rolla - Information from the Student Health Services. Especially interesting is the test and scoring of 'Are You at High Risk for Skin Cancer?'.
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