The sun’s rays are not allergenic, that is, there is no allergy to the sun. However, reactions to sunlight can actually occur. This was told socialbites.ca by Tatyana Taradeeva, a general practitioner at INVITRO-Privolzhye.
“First of all, this is photodermatitis, which is caused by the interaction of ultraviolet radiation with a certain substance on the skin and skin. This type of allergic reaction is manifested due to various cosmetics, perfumes, household chemicals and other products, as well as some drugs. They also include antibiotics, antidepressants, oral contraceptives, and anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular drugs.”
Plants such as parsnips, nettle, sedge, as well as foods such as alcohol, spicy foods, some spices and vegetables can cause a reaction to the sun. In any case, sunlight acts as a catalyst and triggers or exacerbates allergic reactions.
“People with fair skin and abundant pigment, children, pregnant women, those prone to various types of dermatitis, and patients taking certain medications are most susceptible to reactions to the sun. Particular attention should be paid to those whose relatives are sensitive to the sun, ”advised the doctor.
The reaction manifests itself, as a rule, on areas of the skin that are not protected from the sun. Redness, itching and burning may be accompanied by fever and sometimes blisters. Most of the time the hands, face, neck and sometimes legs are exposed to the sun.
“The response can be expressed by peeling of the skin, generalized edema, nausea, increased heart rate, dizziness and weakness are often observed. According to the type and intensity of reactions, actinic prurigo, photoallergic reaction, polymorphic photodermatosis, solar urticaria and others are distinguished. Any primary manifestation on the skin requires a visit to a doctor and the appointment of the corresponding diagnosis and treatment. The fact is that repeated reactions can become stronger, and the manifestation on the skin can become more aggressive, ”the doctor concluded.
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