Phototoxicity, otherwise called photoirritation, is a reaction that occurs when the drug taken by mouth or applied topically on the skin gets activated on exposure to UV (ultraviolet) light. It causes damage to the skin resulting in cell death. They look like a sunburn or a rash. It is a common type of sun sensitivity drug reaction. It is treated by taking topical corticosteroids and applying cold compresses to the affected region.
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I suffer from headache with difficulty in seeing bright lights. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am unable to look at the sunlight for six to seven seconds before three and a half weeks ago. The sun was behind a cloud and was not very bright. It looked like a white golf ball in the sky. I get mild headaches every day caused by bright lights and the lights at night such as street l... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Seeing the sun and very bright lighting can cause damage resulting in phototoxicity and can cause macular (the focusing part of the retina) damage. So I would suggest you avoid such things again. I would recommend you use sunglasses while you are outside and use lubrica... Read Full »
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