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Sunburn and age
I am a 55 year old man with olive complexion and never had sunburn issues. I would just tan. For the last 15 years I have become increasingly prone to sunburn and have now become more likely to sunburn than my very pale-skinned wife. My father had the same skin tone and he never developed this sensitivity. I do take a number of supplements including Centrum, CoQ10, hyaluronic acid, fish oil, an aspirin and Lipitor. Only Lipitor has been long term and that does not appear to increase sunburn sensitivity (though rashes are possible). Is this a normal part of aging or are there other factors involved?
hi,
in short, the skin becomes sensitive in the later years and as the sunlight becomes more and more harsh with passing time, the damage to the skin becomes greater. as a rule of thumb, caucasians tend to have more damage, however people who may have darker skin may also suffer from some damage. the best thing to do then is to avoid sun exposure as much as possible. use clothes which cover your arms and legs and also headgear to cover your face. in case you live in an environment known to have excessive UV radiation or sunlight in general, then you may also need to use a sun screen to protect the skin.
i hope that helped you. let me know if you may need any more helpinformation
in short, the skin becomes sensitive in the later years and as the sunlight becomes more and more harsh with passing time, the damage to the skin becomes greater. as a rule of thumb, caucasians tend to have more damage, however people who may have darker skin may also suffer from some damage. the best thing to do then is to avoid sun exposure as much as possible. use clothes which cover your arms and legs and also headgear to cover your face. in case you live in an environment known to have excessive UV radiation or sunlight in general, then you may also need to use a sun screen to protect the skin.
i hope that helped you. let me know if you may need any more helpinformation
Hi again, actually I wasn't able to use the info for my situation. But I really appreciate your efforts. Let me ask this in a different way.
Do some people (even olive skinned ones) tend to become more prone to sunburn as they get older (40's and up)? If so, is there something that could be done other than Vitamin D? Thanks.
Do some people (even olive skinned ones) tend to become more prone to sunburn as they get older (40's and up)? If so, is there something that could be done other than Vitamin D? Thanks.
Hi,
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Glad to know that the post was of some help to you
Let us know if you need any other information.
Regards.
Hi,
How are you doing now?
Have you tried any of the - You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat.
Apply calamine lotion at the site and take some oral antihistamine medications for your complaints.
You should use a medicated sun screen when you go out and also try to avoid sun exposure.
If the symptoms are still persistent, consult your dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.
Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.
Good luck.
How are you doing now?
Have you tried any of the - You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat.
Apply calamine lotion at the site and take some oral antihistamine medications for your complaints.
You should use a medicated sun screen when you go out and also try to avoid sun exposure.
If the symptoms are still persistent, consult your dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.
Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.
Good luck.
Actually, it feels, looks and hurts just like regular sunburn. Also, the day I got the sunburn was only a sunny 72 degreesF (no sweating involved).
Hi,
What you describe seems like sweat dermatitis or heat rash or solar urticaria.
You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat.
Apply calamine lotion at the site and take some oral antihistamine medications for your complaints.
You should use a medicated sun screen when you go out and also try to avoid sun exposure.
If the symptoms are still persistent, consult your dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.
Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.
Good luck.
What you describe seems like sweat dermatitis or heat rash or solar urticaria.
You should try to keep the area dry and clean. Try some powder to absorb the sweat.
Apply calamine lotion at the site and take some oral antihistamine medications for your complaints.
You should use a medicated sun screen when you go out and also try to avoid sun exposure.
If the symptoms are still persistent, consult your dermatologist and get a proper clinical evaluation done.
Let us know if you have any doubts and keep us posted on how you are doing.
Good luck.
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