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How To Treat A Sunburn

By WKBW Programming
August 12, 2010 Updated Aug 12, 2010 at 6:59 PM EDT

(WKBW/CNN) This summer has been quite a scorcher, and it may have left you with a sunburn. Doctors say to protect yourself from the pain, take an aspirin or ibuprofen - right away.

Also, cool yourself down with a little ice and milk. Fill a sink with water and ice cubes, add a little whole milk or skim milk to make it smooth, put a washcloth or towel in there and then lay it on your sunburn.

See your doctor if your sunburn is severe, and you develop a headache, chills, or fever.

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