The sun allergy It is defined as a superficial vascular reaction to sunlight or ultraviolet light in individuals susceptible to it. According to Spanish Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology (SEAIC), this type of allergies corresponds to different processes whose manifestations are variable, since they can appear immediately or after a longer period of exposure.
In solar hives Symptoms appear shortly after sun exposure. Mainly the skin becomes red and scattered welts appear, which disappear normally, after a few hours after exposure to the sun. In the phototoxic reactionsThe first thing that manifests itself is an exaggerated sunburn, which affects the exposed skin areas. They are inflammatory reactions that produce skin lesions. Itching, burning, hyperpigmentation (spots on the skin) also appear and if the reaction is very intense, even blisters. It usually improves after about a week.
In the photoallergic reactionsNormally, the appearance of eczema rashes that may persist for several weeks. Post-sun exposures will trigger injuries again in the first 48 hours.
To avoid the appearance of these types of allergies or intolerances in the skin of children, we must follow some tips and some basic protection measures.
The first and most important thing is to go to specialist As soon as an allergic reaction appears, to diagnose us and give us a specific treatment for our case. It is also absolutely essential, use children's sun cream with high and hypoallergenic protection rates, even on cloudy days or even if children are in the shade. These protectors must be applied at least 20 minutes before sun exposure and their application should be repeated after bathing at the beach or pool.
Must be avoid put the kids colonies and ensure that they remain at little time sun and that when they are exposed to it they do it progressively. It's important to know some medications that children take, such as antibiotics can cause photosensitivity reactions, so when in doubt, it is best to ask the pediatrician.
The little ones must wear hats and clothes that protect them from the sun. One last tip is to try avoid to be exposed to sun between 12:00 and 17:00 because they are the most intense of sun in summer and in the latitudes of Spain.
With these tips, children will enjoy the pool or beach with greater security.
