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Rash and Photo-sensitivity

ImKramer
ImKramer
I just found out and thought I'd share that drug induced photo sensitivity (a problem for me with Galexos) is tripped by UVA.
When using sunscreens be sure you are using one that covers UVA UVB (not all do).
Levicah
Levicah
I agree kramer!
Heck, we can spare it...we shed our weight in dead skin in about seven years anywhoo!
MLTTexas
MLTTexas
I'm staying out of the sun, since I've heard that Olysio makes you sensitive. But my eyes were hurting last week after spending several hours at the medical center and driving on a sunny day. The lighting in buildings, computer, TV, and sun are giving me eye problems. Guess I need to wear sunglasses all the time. Today is my 11th day on Sovaldy/Olysio.
Levicah
Levicah
Marilyn, it does my heart a lot of good to hear those words...

Day 11!! I am so happy for you!
deleted_user
deleted_user
@brigit- I agree.
@IMKramer, I also agree. I was just trying to raise awareness that sunscreens can be very toxic. I use it sometimes but choose the least toxic options.