Hell's Itch: A Unique Reaction to UV Exposure.

Katelin J Ball Brandon W Muse Bailey Cook Alyssa P Quinn Benjamin Rix Brooks

Published in: JMIR dermatology (2023)

We present a survey-based exploration of Hell's Itch, a severe dermatologic reaction often mistaken for sunburn, that reveals distinct symptoms including intense pain, unrelenting itching, paresthesia, and even suicidal ideation, differentiating it from a typical sunburn.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
atopic dermatitis
pain management
neuropathic pain
early onset
electron transfer
contrast enhanced
computed tomography
physical activity
drug induced