Sunburn Risk Factors
What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Sunburn? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.
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Sunburn Risks
Factors that increase your chance of sunburn include:
- Exposure to the sun
- Light skin color
- Certain medications that may increase your sensitivity to the sun, such as antibiotics, diuretics (water pills), or oral contraceptives
- Geographical location: highest incidence in southern United States
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