How to treat and provide first aid in case of burns – Part II
How to treat and provide first aid in case of burns – Part II
June 7th, 2021
What is Sunburn?
Sun provides us heat and energy and the Sun also emit ultraviolet rays (UV radiations) which may be harmful to the skin if over exposed. Ultraviolet rays are not visible to the naked eye and in case we look towards the shining sun our eyes blink and the retina is not exposed the invisible ultraviolet rays but during a solar eclipse the sun rays are not glaring and one can seen the Sun emitting ultraviolet rays which may burn the retina of the eye and that is why that the doctors advise to view the solar eclipse through a medium which does not allow the UV rays to pass through. I wanted to bring home the point that Sun emits UV rays which may be harmful to the skin if the skin is over exposed to sun.
Signs and Symptoms of Sunburns:
Sunburn can be noticed if there is reddening of the skin due to over exposure to Ultra Violet radiations of the Sun. It can be very dangerous and slight blistering may be an indication of risk of melanoma, serious type of deadliest skin cancer. Children and teen aged need to be protected more from sub burn to reduce chances of developing melanoma at a later stage.
Preventive measures to protect from Sunburn: Sunburn is completely preventable by following the precautions below:
- Avoid exposure to scorching sun during peak of the day.
- Wear long sleeves, trousers and protective clothing not only to avoid sunburn but also to prevent heat strokes.
- Do not wait for the symptoms to appear as it takes 4 to 6 hours after sunburn for the symptoms to appear and then it is too late.
- Using SPF 35 sunscreen at least 15-20 minutes before exposure to Sun and repeating it after every 1.5 to 2 hours may help the skin to get protected from sunburns.
To learn the first aid safety tips in case of Chemical Burns and Burns due to electric shocks which may be even second or third degree burns, continue with How to treat and provide first aid in case of burns – Part III.
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