burns

Types of Sunburn

Types of Sunburn

You’ve been outside in the sun or spent too long in the tanning bed, and realized you have a sunburn. It’s bothersome, but does it require medical attention or special at-home care? That depends on the type of sunburn you have. Like other burns, sunburns are classified by degrees. The necessary treatment depends on the degree of sunburn you have. Learn about the types of sunburns and remember that all sunburns can damage your skin. A sunburn doesn’t have to be “severe” to cause significant damage. 

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