my childs allergic to the sun

[dazo1]

can you please let me know the best skin creams or medications i can give my child as shes allergic to the sun and where off to malta in a few weeks everything we,ve done just dont seem to work thank you


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[steph1998]

i would just like to let you know that i have had a very bad sun condition called hydroavacciforme a condition in which a blister forms. the best thing to do is see a dermatoligist which im guessing is what you are doing i take plaquinil a type of anti malaria drug which does help i also you sun sense 50+ which you can get on perscription for the uk. hope this helps

[dazo1]

thank you for your advise the doctors are still doing test at the moment so not shaw.
but i will take this on board and try these lotions thanks again

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi,

Photosensitivity may not be readily prevented by topical creams alone. It is best to avoid direct sun exposure. I know this sounds frustrating but for any forms of allergies, prevention entails avoidance of known triggers.

What type of photosensitivity reaction does your daughter have?

Bring sunblock lotions and vitamin E cream to prevent any dryness and irritation of the skin. If this is an ordinary sweat rash then OTC products may help but for allergic reactions ,it is best to just avoid any direct and prolonged sun exposures. Cover the exposed areas as much as possible. Wide brimmed hats and long beach 'dresses' may be used. Avoid bare shoulders and also carefully cover the back of the neck.

Ask your physician about this. The severity of the photosensitivity reaction may influence management.