I know aloe vera and vitamin e and c help topically. Anything else?
Green tea-- internally or externally?? Anyone know for sure?
2006-06-24 05:21:17 · 22 answers · asked by Cordelia 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
I personally had severe sunburns when I was a child, and the best thing is today I do not have skin cancer...my parents used large regular tea bags in a luke warm bath and then I soaked in it along with using aloe vera whiched helped stop my skin from cooking. To help prevent skin cancer and other sunburns always make sure your child has sunscreen on when in the sun and also on cloudy days.
2006-06-24 08:47:32 · answer #1 · answered by Not a Daddys Girl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think there is no way to prevent the risk of skin cancer once the damage has been done. The only way to permananetly avoid skin cancer in a way that works is to not go outside in the sun at all. Or otherwise use at least a 15 SPF sunblock, preferably 30 or over depending on the contitions of the day. Sunblock should also be applied at least 30 minutrs before going outside or being exposed to the elements in away way.
As for the actual prevention of cancer I don't think there's anything you can do. I've never heard of a prevention for skin cancer once the damage was done from real and/or fake tanning\burning. Just make sure she doesn't get burnt in the same place in the next week because then her chances of skin cancer basically double. Apply aloe vera until the burning or "fever" sensation go away and apply ice for about 15 minutes at a time if it's really bad.
2006-06-24 05:28:03 · answer #2 · answered by I want my *old* MTV 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm so sorry that your Daughter got a bad sunburn.
I see that you have used Aloe Vera on her. May I suggest that you keep the Aloe Vera gel in the refrigerator? I know that it sounds silly, but the gel will be nice and cold and will instantly sooth the burn.
The only way sure fire way to prevent anymore sunburn in the future is to keep your Daughter in the shade. Since we all know that this is really not possible, may I suggest limited time in the sun (10 minutes each time) and a Waterproof Sunscreen using the highest UV Ray protection.
Enjoy the Summer. Have a lovely rest of the day.
2006-06-24 05:27:39 · answer #3 · answered by Goblin g 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your daughter needs to wear a sunblock containing avobenzene or titanium dioxide. Neutragena makes some good products.She needs to keep reapplying it to her skin through the day,following the directions on the bottle.She should also wear a hat,sunglasses,and cover up,wearing long sleeves if she is going to be in direct sunlight for long periods of time. I did and still do,and at age 46,don't have wrinkly skin! And yes,I know for sure!Experience means that you actually learn things and I learned lots of things from my dermatologist!
There are no pills,teas or vitamins that can be taken to prevent sunburn,only physical sun blocks will do the job.
2006-06-24 07:33:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The human body has an amazing way of healing itself. She'll be fine for now, but let this be a lesson to her to never trust the sun. I started regular sunbathing at the age of 13, and my skin is still in good shape -- blonde and green-eyed too. Use sunscreen from now on. It doesn't even matter if you're African-American, skin cancer can get you if you don't watch out! However, it usually doesn't show up until middle age. Just keep the aloe going, and Noxema really works for the burn and pain!
2006-06-24 08:00:52 · answer #5 · answered by Nani 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is going to be in the sun long enough to be burned, a sun block is critical. A moderate amount of sun can be healthy, producing a tan and helping the body to manufacture vitamin D. A tan is our natural defence aginst burning. Cancer often does not show up until twenty years later, thought to be a result of frequent sunburning. After any exposure, it's wise to keep the skin moisturized and apply a burn ointment if excessive.
2006-06-24 05:40:11 · answer #6 · answered by John 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chances are that a single episode of bad sunburn won't cause skin cancer. My doctor has said that generally, this is the case.
Just be careful in the future and use sunscreen.
2006-06-24 05:26:15 · answer #7 · answered by Michael Goodfellow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wear Sunscreen. It prevents sunburns, which helps prevent skin cancer
2006-06-24 05:26:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prevent future sunburns and keep her out of the sun until this burn heals to prevent continued burning.
The more serious sunburns in your youth, the higher your risk becomes.
2006-06-24 05:26:09 · answer #9 · answered by gemthewitch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
REALLY UR BETTER OFF GOING TO WALGREENS OR ANYDRUG STORE ,TALK 2 A PHARMA,AND ASK THEM WHATS GOOD 4 A SUNBURN??CAUSE YOU CANT ALWAYS JUST YOU'S WHAT PEOPLE TELL YOU ON HERE THIS IS UR DAUGHTER DONT TAKE CHANCES WITH HER HEALTH ,DONT LEAVE THE SUNBURN UN ATTENDED GO,DONT 4 GET TO GO ASK 2 DAY!!! AND NEXT TIME PUT HER A WATERPROOF SUNBLOCK
2006-06-24 05:27:30 · answer #10 · answered by ONE FRIENDLYGIRL2NO 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋