Do not prick the blisters or try to remove them. There is nothing you can do to prevent peeling. Sometimes a mild fever and headache will accompany a severe sunburn. Cool compresses, Tylenol and drinking lots of liquids usually help people feel better in a few days. If you notice any signs of infection on the burn areas, consult your physician.
Silver sulfadiazine is used for skin infections, minor burns and wounds.
Do not use it on large burns or ulcerations. It is difficult to keep kids out of the sun, but repeated sunburns during childhood create a risk for skin cancer. This is especially true for fair-skinned people. Remind your daughter to monitor the time she spends in the sun and to reapply sunscreen every few hours. 882-7000 to make an appointment with a University of Missouri Health Sciences Center physician.