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Q: I have a rash on my chest and it's itching could this be sun poisoning?
Hi Mindy
Were you out in the sun without protection? A rash in and of itself doesn't mean you have sun poisoning. It could be a heat rash...it could be some sort of allergic reaction...it could indicate a number of things.
Some of the symptoms of sun poisoning may include fever, chills, nausea, and skin pain and inflammation. Here is more information from our site about sun poisoning and possible symptoms.
If you have concerns it may be wise to schedule an appointment with your doctor.
Thank you for your question.
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