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Medically, sunburn is a 1st or 2nd degree skin burn.
Sunburn is - as the name suggests - triggered by sunlight, more specifically by ultraviolet, namely UVB and UVC radiation. When UVB or UVC rays hit human skin, they stimulate it to produce radicals. These radicals, in turn, are the direct cause of sunburn.
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Seborrhea oleosa refers to increased sebum production by the skin, i.e. an oily skin condition. The cornification can lead to acne.
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In dry skin, the natural oil and moisture regulation of the skin is disturbed. The skin becomes rough and brittle, and in extreme cases cracks and eczema form. Seniors in particular often suffer from dry skin because the skin retains less moisture with age.
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Referring term, see entry: nettles
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