Tips to reduce the risk of sunburn

July 21, 2014
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Deep in the heart of a Texas summer, it doesn’t take long for sunburns to occur. Here are some tips to help protect you and your family from too much sun.

A minor sunburn is a first-degree burn that turns the skin red or pink. Prolonged sun exposure can cause blistering and a second-degree burn. Sunburn never causes a third-degree burn or scarring because it is limited to the superficial layer of skin.

“The best key to avoiding sunburn is prevention,” said Toyya Goodrich, DO, a pediatrician with UNT Health Science Center.” Apply sunscreen if your child will be out in the sun for more than 30 minutes. Avoid the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. when the sun’s rays are the most dangerous.”

Call your physician if:

The sunburn is extremely painful.

Your child is unable to look at lights because of eye pain.

Your child has an unexplained fever more than 102 degree Fahrenheit.

Blisters form that break open and weep clear or yellow fluid.

The sunburn looks infected and is getting a honey crust on it.

You feel your child is getting worse.

To make an appointment with Dr. Goodrich or any of UNT Health Science Center’s pediatricians, contact 817-735-DOCS (3627).

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