{"id":5262,"date":"2019-08-01T09:00:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T13:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=5262"},"modified":"2025-05-29T18:50:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T22:50:31","slug":"skin-check-sunburn-bug-bites-poison-ivy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/skin-check-sunburn-bug-bites-poison-ivy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prevent the most common summer skin problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to high temperatures and days spent near water, summer is the time of year that we show off our skin the most. Exposing skin may keep you cool, but it comes at a risk\u2014for burns, bug bites, and skin rashes from poisonous plants. It\u2019s always good to check in to make sure you\u2019re properly caring for and protecting your skin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 summer skin problems and solutions<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"sunburn\">1. Sunburn<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no secret that leaving your skin unprotected from the sun can lead to skin cancer. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The AAD estimates<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that roughly 9,500 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer daily. With so many summer days spent outside basking in the sun, it\u2019s important to take extra care to avoid sunburn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is using a broad spectrum sunscreen to protect against UVA and UVB rays each and every time you go outside, says <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zain Husain, MD<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a board-certified dermatologist based in New Jersey. Exposure to UVA waves can cause long-term damage, including skin cancer, while exposure to UVB leads to short-term damage like sunburn. It\u2019s best to get in the habit of putting sunscreen on daily in the morning as we are exposed to the sun even while in the car. Pick an affordable sunscreen that feels and smells good, so that you will use it daily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of sunscreen, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noorderm.com\/our-team\/\">Dr. Husain<\/a> recommends wearing large-brimmed hats, UV protective clothing, and UV resistant sunglasses to shield your skin and eyes from harmful radiation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, Dr. Husain suggests taking supplements like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/heliocare\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heliocare<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to protect against the damage caused by UV radiation and free radicals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do get burned, read more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/doctor-treat-bad-sunburn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about how to treat it (and what a healthcare provider can and can\u2019t do to help).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/heliocare\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heliocare coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"bug-bites\">2. Bug bites<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve been spending hours outdoors, in nature. Unfortunately, getting close with wildlife can mean bug bites.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid pesky bug bites in the first place with bug spray\u2014it should be your first line of defense against mosquitoes and ticks\u2014and not just any homemade concoction. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/yellow-fever\/media\/pdfs\/mosqbitestravelers-508.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centers for Disease Control (CDC)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends using a formula that contains either DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus extract, para-menthane-diol (PMD), or 2-undecanone. You can use this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/insect-repellents\/find-repellent-right-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to determine the best kind for each outdoor situation you encounter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor bites for unusual signs. If you get a mosquito bite, watch for hives (a large area of swelling and redness) and\/or a low fever. These symptoms may indicate an allergic reaction from the\u00a0 bite or a variety of viruses including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/niosh\/outdoor-workers\/about\/mosquito-borne-diseases.html\">Zika and West Nile virus<\/a>.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you experience these signs, see your primary care provider.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform a skin check, looking for ticks after spending time outdoors. Ticks look like black or brown lesions attached to the skin.\u00a0 Try to remove them in their entirety. \u00a0The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ticks\/data-research\/facts-stats\/tickborne-disease-surveillance-data-summary.html?\">CDC <\/a>reported 71,346 cases of tick-related illnesses, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/atypical-lyme-disease-symptoms\/\">Lyme disease<\/a>, in 2022.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0It is especially important to check your skin after you have been in tick-ridden areas such as forests, parks, and other grassy areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information on what to watch for after getting a tick bite, read <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/tick-bites-prevention-treatment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/bee-wasp-mosquito-sting-treatment-advice\/\"><b>How to treat the bites and stings of summer<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"poisonous-plants\">3. Poisonous plants<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roughly 50 million Americans a year experience an allergic reaction to poison oak, poison ivy, or poison sumac, according to the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.americanskin.org\/resource\/poisonivy.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Skin Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning what these poisonous plants look like will help you avoid an itchy summer rash. First, familiarize yourself with their distinctive leaves.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent exposure, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends wearing long pants tucked into socks when in wooded areas likely to have poison vines. Wash your skin immediately after any possible exposure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you come into contact with a poisonous allergen, put a cold compress and over-the-counter topical corticosteroids like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocortisone-max-st\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hydrocortisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cream on the affected area.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your rash worsens or becomes itchy, visit your primary care provider or dermatologist for a prescription oral corticosteroid, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the rash spreads to more than 25% of your body, spreads to areas such as your eyes, mouth or genital areas, and\/or you have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher, seek urgent medical treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-to-avoid-poison-ivy\/\"><b>How to prevent poison ivy<\/b><\/a><b> | <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/poison-ivy-treatment-and-medications\"><b>Poison ivy treatment<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"acne\">4. Acne<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it\u2019s hot and humid outside, you may be more prone to acne. That\u2019s because <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/exercise-and-acne\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased sweating<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> combined with the use of makeup and sunscreen can clog pores.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a good idea to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/acne-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">see a dermatologist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if you develop\u00a0 a breakout. They can diagnose your acne and advise you on the best option for treatment in your specific situation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you turn in for the night, be sure to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/adult-acne-causes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wash your face<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with an oil-free and non-comedogenic product\u2014this type of product won\u2019t stimulate excess oil production or clogged pores. And if you do have a breakout, do not pick the lesions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid are both good options to treat <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/summer-breakout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heat acne<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These are over-the-counter products that are known to increase sun sensitivity, so be mindful of sun exposure when using.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your acne does not respond to OTC treatments, your provider <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/patientinstructions\/000750.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">may prescribe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> oral or topical antibiotics, gels containing retinol, or the medication <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/isotretinoin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">isotretinoin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/isotretinoin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isoretinoin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"folliculitis\">5. Folliculitis<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When hair follicles become blocked\u2014say from oil, sweat, and dirt\u2014they can become <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/000823.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infected by bacteria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, causing\u00a0 itching, pimples, pustules, or a rash.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If symptoms last longer than two to three days, visit a healthcare provider for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diagnosis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They\u2019ll examine you and sometimes will perform lab tests to determine the type of bacteria or fungus causing the infection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, applying hot, moist compresses on the affected area can relieve <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/folliculitis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Over-the-counter anti-itch and anti-inflammatory medications help reduce discomfort caused by folliculitis. Depending on the cause and duration, your provider may prescribe antifungals or antibiotics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recurrence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, avoid shaving and keep the area clean by washing daily with antibacterial soap.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"heat-rash\">6. Heat rash<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/heat-rash-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heat rash<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or miliaria, causes small red bumps, red lumps, blisters, and itchy or prickly skin. Also called prickly heat, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">happens when sweat ducts get blocked, trapping sweat under the skin\u2014most often in hot and humid weather.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent or treat heat rash, wear cool, loose-fitting clothing that won\u2019t irritate the rash, take cool baths or showers, and stay hydrated.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For itchy skin, try over-the-counter anti-itch treatments such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/calamine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calamine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lotion or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocortisone-valerate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hydrocortisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cream.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If symptoms don&#8217;t go away within a few days, or you have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/22440-heat-rashprickly-heat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">severe symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including a rash that is warm to the touch, clear fluid, or pus leaking from the rash, severe pain, fever or nausea, see a provider or dermatologist urgently.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/calamine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calamine lotion coupons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocortisone-valerate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrocortisone cream coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"eczema-flare\">7. Eczema flare-ups<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nationaleczema.org\/research\/eczema-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10% of people in the United States<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have some form of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-eczema-treatment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eczema<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a skin condition that causes dry, irritated, and inflamed skin. And during the summer, sweating, exposure to sunlight, and allergens often make eczema worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/public\/diseases\/eczema\/insider\/eczema-summertime\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">summer flare-ups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, keep your skin dry and use gentle cleansers. Shower in lukewarm water, limiting your time to 10 minutes. Apply moisturizer after your shower when your skin is still damp. When spending time in the sun, choose mineral-based sunscreen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you notice an eczema rash, you can treat it at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/best-eczema-treatment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a fragrance-free emollient moisturizer or hydrocortisone cream.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If there is no improvement after several days, see a dermatologist. They can prescribe specialty treatments such as potent topical steroids, laser treatments, or injectable medications.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"swimmer-itch\">8. Swimmer\u2019s itch<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you spend your summer days swimming in a lake, pond, or ocean, there\u2019s a chance you might develop swimmer\u2019s itch, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/swimmers-itch\/about\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cercarial dermatitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The skin rash is caused by microscopic parasites that burrow into your skin, causing an itchy rash.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of swimmer\u2019s itch will appear soon after swimming in infested water. In minutes itching, tingling, or a burning sensation starts on your skin. Red bumps may appear within 12 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To soothe your rash at home, try soaking in an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/epsom-salt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Epsom salt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or oatmeal bath. Applying topical corticosteroid cream, baking soda paste, or cool compresses may provide relief. Do not scratch because this can result in a secondary bacterial infection.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the time, swimmer\u2019s itch is self-limited and doesn\u2019t require medical attention. But if it\u2019s severe, contact your doctor for advice.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/epsom-salt\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Epsom salt coupons<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to perform a skin check<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends performing a skin self-exam to check for skin cancer or any other abnormalities. It\u2019s especially important after spending time in the sun. Follow these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/skin-cancer-find-check\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">five steps<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examine your body in a full-length mirror.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look at underarms, forearms, and palms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look at your legs, between toes, and on the soles of your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a hand mirror to examine your neck and scalp.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a hand mirror to check your back and buttocks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a good idea to know what your skin looks like when there aren\u2019t any issues. If you see a spot that\u2019s different from others, that has changed somehow, or that itches or bleeds, it\u2019s time to see your dermatologist.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thanks to high temperatures and days spent near water, summer is the time of year that we show off our skin the most. Exposing skin may keep you cool, but it comes at a risk\u2014for burns, bug bites, and skin rashes from poisonous plants. 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