How many of you know or heard of someone who has a allergic reaction to the sun?

Question

How many of you know or heard of someone who has a allergic reaction to the sun? If you have to what extent was it?

I'm asking this because I get headaches when I'm in the sunlight. could I too be having a allergic reaction to the sun?

Answer 1

I know of a woman who is allergic to it. She has to walk very early in the morning. However, I'm guessing if you get a headache from it but don't break out, you could be having some light sensitivity problems. I have very light sensitive eyes and have gotten headache when I've not worn sunglasses.

Answer 2

Something to do with the dyes/properties in the red ink that cause the reaction...purple is a mixture of red and blue pigments so in some cases it can cause similar reactions. My second tattoo (done about 15 years ago) contained several colors including purple. I had no reaction when I got the tattoo but a few years ago I decided to have that particular tattoo removed (via laser) and I had an awful reaction. Swelling, burning, scabbing, oozing...TERRIBLE and PAINFUL! The Dermatologist said it was an allergic reaction to the red pigments in the purple ink! Anyways, the type and severity of reaction a person has can vary but I recommend a skin test just to be sure!

Answer 3

There are many people who has an allergic reaction to the sun. However, some people only have a sensitivity, so some exposure to the sun is still possible.

With a sun allergy, sufferers break out in itches and rashes. The rash appears as bubble liked vesicles.

To find out more about sun allergy, you can read here
http://www.allergy-attacks.com/category/sun-allergy/

Answer 4

I just started having a reaction to the sun within the last 2 years.It starts on the back of the hands and arms.It stops where the shirtsleeves cover the skin.Usually it starts on the left arm first because it gets more sun through the car window. As a passenger though,it'd start on the right arm first.Last summer,my hands&arms looked like ground meat.It's been bad enough to send me to the hospital.Look in one of the medical sites for more information,under P M L E.Polymorphus Light Eruptions.It only affects about 10-15% of the population.

Answer 5

every summer I get tiny blisters on my arms. At first we thought it was heat rash as I've gotten that too, but because these didn't itch I went to the doctor and he stated I have a very minor allergic reaction to the sun and will always get those tiny blisters...I have also heard of people who can not go out in the sun in any way

Answer 6

Allergic Reaction Causes

Almost anything can trigger an allergic reaction.


The body's immune system has a patrol of white blood cells, which produce antibodies.

When the body is exposed to an antigen, a complex set of reactions begins.

The white blood cells produce an antibody specific to that antigen. This is called "sensitization."

The job of the antibodies is to detect and destroy substances that cause disease and sickness. In allergic reactions, the antibody is called immunoglobulin E, or IgE.

This antibody promotes production and release of chemicals and hormones called "mediators."

Histamine is one well-known mediator.

Mediators have effects on local tissue and organs in addition to activating more white blood cell defenders. It is these effects that cause the symptoms of the reaction.

If the release of the mediators is sudden or extensive, the allergic reaction may also be sudden and severe.

Your allergic reactions are unique to you. For example, your body may have learned to be allergic to poison ivy from repeated exposure.

Most people are aware of their particular allergy triggers and reactions.

Certain foods, vaccines and medications, latex rubber, aspirin, shellfish, dust, pollen, mold, animal dander, and poison ivy are famous allergens.

Bee stings, fire ant stings, penicillin, and peanuts are known for causing dramatic reactions that can be serious and involve the whole body.

Minor injuries, hot or cold temperatures, exercise, or even emotions may be triggers.

Often, the specific allergen cannot be identified unless you have had a similar reaction in the past.

Allergies and the tendency to have allergic reactions run in some families. You may have allergies even if they do not run in your family.

Many people who have one trigger tend to have other triggers as well.

People with certain medical conditions are more likely to have allergic reactions.

Severe allergic reaction in the past

Asthma

Lung conditions that affect breathing, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Nasal polyps

Frequent infections of the nasal sinuses, ears, or respiratory tract

Sensitive skin

Answer 7

My sister found out when she was 10 that she had an allergic reaction to the sun. It was like a sun burn and she got blisters...she ended up sick...vomitting with a slight fever and very tired. Her's lasted for 2 days and then she was ok. Now she makes sure to protect herself with sunblock when she knows she is going to be outside for an extended period of time.

Answer 8

headaches are a normal thing for some while they are in the sun. Nothing is wrong with you. If you were allergic you would be deathly ill with sun burns and skin problems.

Answer 9

My dad is allergic to the sun. He breaks out in an itchy rash that lasts for two weeks.

Answer 10

Yes many, including myself and it is very painful. I got sun-poison when I was growing-up and had to go to the hospital. Now I can not get out in the sun very much at all and this is very frustrating because I was raised in the Country