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Diagnosis of Sunburn
Sunburn is usually identified through a combination of recent exposure history and a characteristic pattern of skin changes that develop after ultraviolet (UV) radiation injures the outer layers of the skin. In most cases,…
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Causes of Sunburn
Sunburn is caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet, or UV, radiation, especially from sunlight and, less commonly, artificial tanning sources. The condition develops when UV energy damages skin cells faster than the body can…
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Symptoms of Sunburn
What are the symptoms of Sunburn? The condition typically causes red, warm, tender skin that may sting or burn, followed in more severe cases by swelling, blistering, peeling, and itching. These symptoms arise because…
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What is Sunburn
Sunburn is an acute injury to the skin caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, most often from the sun. It primarily affects the epidermis, the outer layer of the skin, but the…
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FAQ about Keloid
This FAQ article explains what keloids are, why they develop, how they are diagnosed, and what can be done to treat or reduce them. It also covers common concerns about long-term outlook, prevention, and…
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Prevention of Keloid
Keloid formation cannot be completely prevented in every person because it depends on an individual’s wound-healing biology, inherited tendency, and the nature of the skin injury. In many cases, however, the risk can be…
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Diagnosis of Keloid
Keloid is usually diagnosed through a clinical evaluation rather than a single definitive laboratory test. Doctors identify it by examining the appearance and behavior of a scar-like growth that extends beyond the original wound…