• Cool the affected area with cool water, damp cloths or take a cool bath or shower.
• Apply a soothing lotion such as calamine lotion to affected areas.
• Take paracetamol for headache, pain or fever.
• Don’t cover affected areas with clothing if indoors.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Avoid the sun for the next 48 hours.

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