☀️Sunburn Severity Assessment Tool🏥
Assess your sunburn severity, get treatment recommendations, and learn about skin cancer prevention. Know when to seek medical care for sunburn.
Skin Cancer Awareness
Skin Cancer Risk: Repeated sunburns significantly increase your risk of skin cancer, including deadly melanoma. Each sunburn adds permanent damage to your skin DNA.
Prevention is crucial - protect your skin every day!
Sunburn Severity Assessment
What symptoms are you experiencing?
How would you rate your pain level?
What does your skin look like?
Are you experiencing any other signs?
Sunburn Severity Gradient
This gradient shows how sunburn severity progresses from mild to life-threatening emergency.
Sunburn Prevention & SPF Guide
SPF Guide
Prevention Tips
Apply sunscreen 15-30 minutes before sun exposure
Reapply every 2 hours, or after swimming/sweating
Seek shade during peak hours (10 AM - 4 PM)
Wear protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses
Avoid tanning beds - they increase skin cancer risk
The ABCDE Rule for Melanoma Detection
Asymmetry: One half doesn't match the other
Border: Irregular, ragged, notched edges
Color: Various shades or uneven coloring
Diameter: Larger than a pencil eraser (6mm)
Evolving: Changing in size, shape, or color
If you notice any mole or spot showing these ABCDE signs, consult a dermatologist immediately!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does sunburn take to heal?
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What should I do if my sunburn is peeling?
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When should I seek medical attention for sunburn?
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