Friday, August 12, 2011

Symptoms Of Sun Allergy

Sun allergy symptoms depends on the particular type of sun allergy you have.

Polymorphic Light Eruption (PMLE) Symptoms usually appear within minutes or several hours after sun exposure. A reaction usually starts with itching and small bumps (papules) that appear whitish or yellowish with a red background. Flat bumps (plaques) can develop. Inflammation of blood vessels can cause your skin becomes red and swollen. PMLE, also known as sun poisoning can affect the neck, back, arm, face and hands. The symptoms usually disappear within a few days the affected areas are protected from direct sunlight. For most people, it seems PMLE in spring and early summer. This is the most common type of allergy Sun

Actinic prurigo usually occurs in children and young adults. Symptoms include red spots on the skin bumps and itching that can last all the skin was not exposed to sunlight. Bumpy fluid can form and open. Actinic prurigo often causes cracked and split lips (cheilitis), and may affect the cheeks, neck, ears, arms and hands. In some people, scars Actinic prurigo. Symptoms usually begin in the summer months and improve in late fall.

Chronic actinic dermatitis can cause patches of thick dry skin and itching and inflammation, scalp, face, back and sides of the neck, upper chest and back of hands and forearms. Large areas can be affected by the "islands" of exposed skin, is not affected. In some cases, symptoms occur on the palms and soles. Chronic actinic dermatitis symptoms are similar to symptoms caused by direct contact with allergenic substances (contact dermatitis).

Solar urticaria symptoms start within minutes of sun exposure and can include hives, itching and blisters. The solar urticaria can affect both exposed areas and areas covered by clothing. It occurs most often in older people. Symptoms usually improve during the first hour to cover exposed skin.

When to seek medical advice

Consult a physician if you have unusual, irritating skin reactions after sun exposure. For severe or persistent symptoms, you may need to see a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases (dermatologist).

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