Sun poisoning: Symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Written by Alice PorterReviewed by Elaine K. Luo, MD
Last reviewed: Tue 20 June 2017
Sun poisoning is a skin reaction that occurs after exposure to sunlight. Understanding sun poisoning is important for knowing how to prevent it, and how to treat it.
Sun poisoning is similar to sunburn, which makes it difficult to identify correctly in some cases.
Sometimes referred to as photodermatitis, sun poisoning is a relatively unknown and uncommon condition. However, it can have serious and long-term complications if not treated properly.
This article explores the causes and symptoms of sun poisoning, and how to treat and prevent it.
