Is this bad?

[Fishbone†]

I went golfing last week at the meeting and didn't put any sunscreen on. I burnt my neck.... that was last Tuesday, and my neck is still red and burning/sore.....is that a bad sign??

 

[glo]

That seems like an awful long time for a sunburn to still be hurting. I would have it looked at..can't hurt.

 

[bfeller]

I am not in the health field(just a mom), but could it be sun poisoning? I agree, have it checked out.

 

[Fishbone†]

There's such a thing as sun poisoning??????

 

[Goofyposter]

"Sun poisoning" isn't a medical term. It is an apt layman's description of the symptoms that can accompany a severe sunburn -- nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, headache, and in general, feeling pretty sick. You should seek medical attention if you experience these symptoms.
Almost everyone knows what a sunburn's like -- your skin turns pink and feels warm to the touch. This can happen with even relatively brief exposure to the sun -- as little as 20 minutes can result in a burn if your skin is sensitive. Discomfort from an ordinary sunburn usually peaks within 72 hours. To relieve the "burning," apply cold compresses -- a washcloth soaked in cold water should do the trick. You won't get better relief from over-the-counter corticosteroids, so you might as well save your money.

Severe sunburns don't just make you feel sick, they can blister and lead to infections that require medical treatment. Some doctors treat bad burns with steroids, such as prednisone, but the medical community can't agree on whether or not this is necessary.

In addition to the normal risk of overexposure to the sun, some people are photosensitive. They can develop burns, hives, or blisters after only a few minutes in the sun. Sometimes, these reactions are increased by medications, including certain antibiotics, or herbs such as St.-John's-Wort. Photosensitivity reactions can also stem from the interaction of the sun's rays with perfumes, soaps, and other substances on your skin. More seriously, a photosensitivity reaction can also be the first sign of systemic lupus erythematosus, an autoimmune disease.

Of course, there are simple ways to avoid most of these sun-related woes: Stay out of the sun, particularly from about 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., during the months of April through September. When you are in the sun, always use a sunblock with an SPF of 15 or higher. Be sure to apply it at least 20 minutes before going out into the sun, and use about an ounce each time you rub it on. (Reapply sunscreen every two hours.) Choose a sunscreen containing Parsol 1789, an ingredient that provides effective protection against the ultraviolet A rays responsible for permanent sun damage and deep wrinkling, as well as the ultraviolet B rays that cause sunburn and skin cancer.

 

[Fishbone†]

Well, isn't our usually "goofy" GP a mountain of serious information today. And in such human like terminology.

You're scaring me.... stop it!!!!

 

[Goofyposter]

Groosch I dernt mean ter scare yer FB!!!....I jurst saw that bit out tharr in cyberland...and thought it might be of interest!

Uhyuck...'course...if yer want the "goofy" remidi fer sunburn....I usually spread butter on the burt area...and let catzilla lick it off!

Since everybody know's butter mossterizes, and ah cat's saliva iz anutie backteirelull, dewing this is 'bout the best ferm remidi around!

is that better???

 

[browneyes]

Originally posted by Goofyposter
Uhyuck...'course...if yer want the "goofy" remidi fer sunburn....I usually spread butter on the burt area...and let catzilla lick it off!

Since everybody know's butter mossterizes, and ah cat's saliva iz anutie backteirelull, dewing this is 'bout the best ferm remidi around!

Now you're scaring me.

Fishbone†, are you fair skinned?

 

[debster812]

Heidi,

In addition to scaring me as well with his lucidity, GP has some good advice. I would also get it looked at. I am about as fair skinned as you can be, and have to be super careful, and have not ever had a burn last as long as a week.

Get thee to the Doctor!

Debbie

 

[JDH]

since your neck is now red a move to Georgia is order. Or you could just take up rasslin like the Gov up there in Minnesota. Hope you feel better.

 

[Zurg]

Originally posted by Fishbone†
I went golfing last week at the meeting and didn't put any sunscreen on. I burnt my neck.... that was last Tuesday, and my neck is still red and burning/sore.....is that a bad sign??

I get these all worng - my first reaction was - what did you shoot?

 

[dizneenut]

I hope for your sake it isn't sun poisoning. I got a severe burn on the 4th of July and I was sooo sick all day. Found out it was sun poisoning. It was no fun at all.

 

[Jeff in BigD]

Man, I can't believe no one else used this setup. Ok, I'll bite...

So Fish how's it feel to be a red neck?


Ok, seriously if it's still red after a few more days you might want to get it checked out.

 

[Fishbone†]

Okay Jeff - why don't you just find the nearest corner and stand in it!!!

I'm not feeling sick, so I don't think it's sun poisoning, I don't know why it's taking so long to heal, but it actually feels a little better today..... maybe it's just a real deep burn. I've just never had one take this long to heal.