Skin can become blistered following a severe sunburn. Sunburns on the shoulders and upper chest are very common and range in color from pink to red. A sunburn can be especially striking in contrast to areas protected by clothing. Severe sunburns such as this one often result in blistering. If this person wore more than a watch, such as sunscreen, she would have not gotten a sunburn.
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Sunburn, First Aid 

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Skin can become blistered following a severe sunburn.
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Who's At Risk
Sunburn occurs in people of all ages, particularly those with fair skin.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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