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1. www.nhs.uk › conditions › polymorphic-light-eruptionPolymorphic light eruption - NHS

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   Polymorphic light eruption is a fairly common skin rash triggered by exposure to sunlight or artificial ultraviolet (UV) light. Symptoms of polymorphic light eruption. An itchy or burning rash appears within hours, or up to 2 to 3 days after exposure to sunlight. It lasts for up to 2 weeks, healing without scarring.

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3. dermnetnz.org › topics › polymorphic-light-eruptionDermNet® - Polymorphic light eruption (PMLE) — DermNet

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   Polymorphic light eruption, also known as polymorphous light eruptions, is a seasonal photodermatosis occurring in spring and early summer. Images below demonstrate the papular rash that occurs.

4. patient.info › polymorphic-light-eruptionPolymorphic Light Eruption (PMLE): Symptoms and Treatment

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   Oct 22, 2023 · Polymorphic light eruption (PMLE) is a rash which comes on after being in strong sunlight. It looks like reddened skin with raised red spots or small blisters. It is generally itchy and uncomfortable. It can feel sore or burning.

5. www.verywellhealth.com › sun-rash-7501618Sun Rash: What It Looks Like, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

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   Jul 27, 2023 · A sun rash—medically known as polymorphic light eruption—is a red, itchy rash that appears on the skin due to sunlight exposure. Sometimes confused with a sun allergy, a sun rash is an autoimmune response that begins in the spring and typically ends by fall.

6. www.bad.org.uk › pils › polymorphic-light-eruptionBritish Association of Dermatologists

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   What is PLE? The term ‘light eruption’ means a rash that comes up after exposure to light. ‘Polymorphic’ is two words; ‘poly’ means ‘many’, and ‘morphic’ means ‘forms’. In other words, the rash of PLE can take on many different forms, including small red bumps, larger red areas, and blisters.

7. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditionsPolymorphous light eruption - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Mar 15, 2022 · Polymorphous light eruption is a rash that affects parts of the body that are exposed to more sunlight as daylight hours get longer, such as the front of the neck and chest. Polymorphous means that the rash can have many forms, such as tiny bumps, raised areas or blisters.

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   What does a polymorphous light rash look like?

   • The rash usually appears as tiny, inflamed bumps or slightly raised patches of skin. Polymorphous light eruption is a rash that affects parts of the body that are exposed to more sunlight as daylight hours get longer, such as the front of the neck and chest.

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   What is a polymorphic rash?

   • ‘Polymorphic’ is two words; ‘poly’ means ‘many’, and ‘morphic’ means ‘forms’. In other words, the rash of PLE can take on many different forms, including small red bumps, larger red areas, and blisters. In PLE, a rash with one or more of these components comes up a day or two after exposure to the sun.

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   What is polymorphous light eruption?

   • Polymorphous light eruption is a rash caused by sun exposure in people who have developed sensitivity to sunlight. The rash usually appears as tiny, inflamed bumps or slightly raised patches of skin.

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   When does a polymorphic skin rash appear?

   • If the skin is exposed to more sunlight before the rash has cleared up, it'll probably get much worse and spread. For many people with polymorphic skin eruption, the rash appears every spring and remains a problem throughout summer before settling down by autumn. Polymorphic light eruption is more common in women than men.

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   How does a polymorphic light eruption affect your skin?

   • Many people with polymorphic light eruption find their skin improves over the years. Your skin may harden (become more resistant to sunlight) during the summer, which means more sun can be tolerated without your skin reacting. The rash may even eventually clear up on its own, although this is unusual.

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   How common is polymorphic light eruption?

   • Polymorphic light eruption is thought to affect about 10% to 15% of the UK population. The rash may be a rare occurrence or may happen every time the skin is exposed to sunlight. It ranges from mild to severe.

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9. dermnetnz.org › images › polymorphic-light-eruptionDermNet® - Polymorphic Light Eruption (PMLE) Images — DermNet

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   View pictures of polymorphic light eruption (sun allergy) in the gallery below. PMLE is a seasonal, acquired, idiopathic photodermatosis occurring in spring and early summer.