Sunburn is pretty common, but many of us must have experienced sunburn itch. Do you know why it’s called hell’s itch? Let’s find out.
Sunburn itches are very painful. It usually emerges after 24-72 hours of sunburn. It can occur anywhere on your body but most commonly in areas most exposed to sun which are not sun protected. So usually it appears on shoulders and back. It is extremely painful and tricky to treat the condition. Some people explain it as biting and crawling of fire ants over their skin. That’s why it is often called a hell’s itch.
To treat it, apply topical soothing products. You can try aloe vera or 1% hydrocortisone ointment. Drink plenty of water. You can also try NSAIDs for pain and antihistamines. Ironically, some people feel better after taking a hot shower. Keep in mind not to take too hot as it can aggravate the condition. If nothing works, reach out to your community pharmacist or physician.
The best way to get rid of this itching is to prevent it. Primarily its stimulant is sun exposure. So avoid staying in the sun for too long, especially without an SPF.
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About the Author: Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Pakistan, Lahore. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care plans. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication.
