{"id":1669,"date":"2021-11-17T13:13:34","date_gmt":"2021-11-17T12:13:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/poliklinika-fizioderma.hr\/prevention-of-sunburn\/"},"modified":"2021-11-17T13:13:38","modified_gmt":"2021-11-17T12:13:38","slug":"prevention-of-sunburn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poliklinika-fizioderma.hr\/en\/prevention-of-sunburn\/","title":{"rendered":"Prevention of sunburn"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

How can we protect ourselves from sunburn?<\/h1>\n\n

The best way to prevent sunburn is to be exposed to sunlight for as short a time as possible.<\/p>\n\n

To protect yourself, it is necessary to avoid the midday sun from 11 am to 5 pm when it is strongest.<\/p>\n\n

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Are there other forms of protection?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Other ways to protect yourself from the sun include wearing protective clothing<\/strong> such as<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Hat with a rim width of 4 that covers the neck, ears, eyes and hair<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Sunglasses with UV protection<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Wear suitable woven clothing that covers the arms and legs. (Some stores sell clothing with a SUN<\/strong>protective factor).<\/p>\n\n

\u0160to mo\u017eete re\u0107i o umjetnim izvorima svjetlosti – solarijima?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Do not<\/strong>use artificial light sources for tanning, as artificial tanning devices can cause skin damage and increase the risk of getting skin tumors.<\/p>\n\n

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How to prevent burns in children?<\/h1>\n\n

Children should be protected from the sun while they are still babies. Children spend a lot of time playing outdoors and in the first 18 years are largely exposed to the sun, so the following rules should be followed:<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Keep babies under 6 months of age away from the sun, but a small amount on the face or parts of the hands is not harmful.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Teach children the alphabet how to protect their skin from getting burns:<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 A = Away<\/strong>. Stay away from sunlight in the middle of the day (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 B = Block<\/strong>. Use sunscreens with a protection factor of at least 15<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 C = Cover up<\/strong>. (overlap). Put clothes that cover the child, a wide-brimmed hat and glasses with UV protection. A child from 1 year of age should already have UV protection.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 S = Speak out.<\/strong> Teach others to protect their skin from sun damage.<\/p>\n\n

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When and how to use sunscreen?<\/h1>\n\n

If you can\u2019t avoid exposure to sunlight, use sunscreen. <\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Sunscreens should have a sun protection factor (SPF<\/strong>) of at least 30 or higher. Sunscreens that have a “broad spectrum<\/strong>” can protect the skin from ultraviolet A and B (UVA and UVB) rays. Sunscreens come in the form of lotions, gels, creams and ointments.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Apply sunscreen to all parts of the body that will be exposed to the sun including the nose, ears, neck, scalp and lips. Protective creams should be applied evenly over the skin and reach the edges of the lips.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 During sunbathing, apply sunscreen every two to three hours, and apply them after bathing or heavy sweating. SPF usefulness decreases if a person sweats heavily or is in water because water reduces protection. Sun protection is also influenced by wind, humidity and the angle of incidence of light.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Use a lip balm or cream that has a SPF of 30 to protect your lips from getting burns or developing pain.<\/p>\n\n

What is worth protecting when bathing?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

– Some sunscreens are waterproof and offer protection during bathing for up to 40 minutes <\/p>\n\n

– When bathing, apply sunscreen much more often.<\/p>\n\n

– Moist skin is easier to become inflamed, so it is important to protect it even if you do not feel burns.<\/p>\n\n

– When swimming, wear a T-shirt because water often does not protect enough.<\/p>\n\n

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What else can you recommend as protection from sunlight:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Young people should use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Anyone with sensitive skin that is easily reddened should use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If you have dry<\/strong>skin, use a cream or lotion with a protective factor<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If you have oily<\/strong>skin or work in dusty or sandy conditions, use a gel that dries the skin.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If the skin is sensitive<\/strong>, use protection that is free of chemicals and alcohol<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If you have had an allergic reaction<\/strong> to sunscreen, look for one that does not contain preservatives and fragrances because they can cause allergies.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If you sunbathe intensely for a long time<\/strong>, use physical sun protection factors such as zinc oxide<\/strong> and the like.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 If you need sunscreen and insect repellents, do not use a cream that combines the two. Apply sunscreen first and then apply insect repellents. Sunscreen requires to be reapplied every 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n

Can sunburn be a reason to go to the doctor urgently?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

If any of your loved ones have any of the following symptoms, call an ambulance.<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Unconsciousness<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Cramps<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Elevated temperature after exposure to a hot environment<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Confusion or anxiety<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Fast heartbeat<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Heavy sweating or no sweating<\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Red, warm and dry skin <\/p>\n\n

\u00b7 Vomiting and diarrhea<\/p>\n\n

– Serious allergic reactions<\/strong> occur with difficulty breathing, swelling of the mouth and \/ or larynx and are also a reason to see a doctor.<\/p>\n\n

Can we treat mild burns on our own, at home?<\/h2>\n\n

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The following applies to home treatment of burns:<\/h2>\n\n

\u2022 Apply cold compresses to the burnt area<\/p>\n\n

\u2022 Use cold showers or baths often<\/p>\n\n

\u2022 Apply neutral creams or lotions such as aloe vera.<\/p>\n\n

\u2022 Topical steroids such as 1% hydrocortisone cream can help with pain and swelling.<\/p>\n\n

Sunburn can cause a mild fever and a headache<\/strong> then what do we have to do ?.<\/p>\n\n