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Have Sunburn On Feet. Red With Purple Patches. Given Cold Compresses And Ibuprofen. When To Seek Medical Help And What Else To Do?
Hi, my 18-yr-old son has a sunburn on his feet. We are vacationing in Florida and he neglected to put sunblock on his feet while walking the beach for a long period of time. This occurred yesterday. Today they are red with some purple patches on them. The purple patches are about 1.5 inches x 2.5 inches in kind of a rectangular patch on each foot. We are doing cold compresses and ibuprofen. Is there anything else we should be doing? And at what point should we seek medical attention?
Mon, 8 Apr 2013
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yes ,he has sun burn
you have give good primary care .
apply sunblock and moisturizer over skin
there is nothing to worry about it
but if he feel pain ,numbness or swelling ,that is not bearable ,
better to consult doctor
avoid walking bare foot
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welcome to healthcare magic forum
thank you for your query
yes ,he has sun burn
you have give good primary care .
apply sunblock and moisturizer over skin
there is nothing to worry about it
but if he feel pain ,numbness or swelling ,that is not bearable ,
better to consult doctor
avoid walking bare foot
i hope i answered your query
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It is better to apply a mid potent steroid cream like mometasone over the patch twice a day for at least 5 days. Avoid direct sunlight exposure. It is better to keep the burnt skin covered from sun and also apply a sun block with higher spf (50+). As the burn is resolving it might become dry and flaky, So apply a moisturiser frequently.
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It is better to apply a mid potent steroid cream like mometasone over the patch twice a day for at least 5 days. Avoid direct sunlight exposure. It is better to keep the burnt skin covered from sun and also apply a sun block with higher spf (50+). As the burn is resolving it might become dry and flaky, So apply a moisturiser frequently.
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