10 Common Skin Conditions Caused by Sun Exposure

Photosensitivity is often referred to as sun allergy. People with the skin condition burn easily from the sun and often have severe symptoms when sunburnt.

Although many photosensitivity cases are caused by sunlight, the skin disorder can also be caused by fragrance, plant, fruit, vegetable and chemical contact.

It can be caused by medicine including sulfonamides, tetracyclines, amiodarones and thiazides.

It can also be caused by diseases including lupus, rosacea and psoriasis, exposure to UV light, metabolic disorders, and genetic diseases including Bloom syndrome and Rothmund Thomson syndrome.

Symptoms:
- Red or pink skin rash that shows up about 24 hours after sun exposure
- Itching
- Burning sensation
- Scaly and blistered areas on skin

Treatment:
- Natural medicines such as beta-carotene, fish oil, vitamin B3, vitamin B6 and adenosine monophosphate
- Phototherapy (for specific photosensitivity types)
- Visit a doctor to determine the cause of your photosensitivity reaction