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What is Polymorphic Light Eruption (PMLE)?
Polymorphic Light Eruption (PMLE) is a condition which causes an itchy skin rash that is resulted by sun exposure. It is caused by the prolonged exposure to the sun UVA and UVB radiations.There appears a rash with pinpoint papule with intense itching or burning, occasionally there may be fever, chills and illness.
Location of Rash:- It appears on arms, chest or lower legs, in some cases it can spread to face too.
These rashes settle in couple of days to weeks.
Season for aggravation:- Chances of re-occurrence are higher in summers but in few cases people can develop it in the winter.
Which Race, age gets affected?
PMLE Usually 20 -40 years of age are affected
Females are more commonly affected than males.
What are the causes?
The causes are as follows-
• Family history
• Women
• Teenager of approximately 20 years
• People with fair skin
• Exposure to UV-C light
• UV-B light exposure or even visible light
What are the signs and symptoms?
The signs and symptoms are as follows-
• Thick clusters of small bumps
• Raised rough patches
• Red papules
• Nausea and chills
• Itching or burning like a burn
• Blistering and swelling
• Scaly skin
• Chills, headache, fever and nausea
• Lesion that resemble eczema
What are the investigations suggested in these cases?
• Complete case history
• Physical examination
• Blood test
• Photo-testing
• Skin biopsy
What are the conventional medications suggested ?
• Analgesics
• Anti-itch creams
• Beta carotene
• Topical steroid cream
• Photo therapy
• Light therapy /(PUVA)therapy
What is the Prognosis?
The chances of PMLE getting treated is good.
What are the complications?
• Skin rash
• Skin burning
• Discoloration of skin
What are the deferential Diagnosis?
• Contact dermatitis
• Allergies
• Systemic lupus erthematosis
• Erythropoietic porphyria
• Drug eruption
• Photosensitive drug reaction
• Solar urticaria
• Actinic reticuloid
• Photosensitive eczema
What are the commonly indicated Homeopathic medications?
Aconitum napellus
Apis mellifica
Belladonna
Natrum mur
Sulphur
What are the precautions and dietary restrictions?
• Avoid Sun exposure in peak afternoons by Staying at home between 10 am to 4 pm.
• Wear clothing to cover body including extremities as it works as a physical barrier to protect from Sun.
• Use sunscreen/ sun-blocks with SPF 50 lotion when going out.
• Add vitamin D supplements to diet.
• Use cold comprehension on affected skin.
• One must prevent infection by leaving the blister intact and avoid scratching them.
• Use lip balm with sunscreen.
• Wear sunglasses when going out.
• Keep fully hydrated.
• Drink green tea.
• Avoid artificial sweeteners.
• Eat beta-carotene rich food.
