Do only white people sunburn?
NO !!!! Sunburn can affect anyone who is out in the sun too long. The additional melanin (protective pigment in the skin) can block some but not all of the sun’s rays. What is a Sunburn? Sunburn is the result of not using proper skin protection while sunbathing or even from routine sun exposure. The skin becomes red, tender and swollen. You may have a stinging sensation and blistering may occur. Some people even get a low grade fever. The skin will eventually shed or peel, once the skin underneath has renewed itself. Everyone, even dark skinned persons, are at risk for sunburn. Redness, pain, swelling, and even blistering can occur from this over exposure. Peeling of the skin usually follows several days later. The pain of sunburn is usually greatest between 6 and 48 hours after exposure. What Causes Sunburn? Sunburn is caused by excessive exposure to the sun or other ultraviolet light source. Sunburn occurs because the body is unable to make enough melanin (protective pigment in the s
