Beneath Nepal's summer sun lies a condition that confounds those who mistake it for ordinary sunburn—photosensitivity, an abnormal immune response to ultraviolet radiation that can reshape a person's relationship with daylight itself. Dr. Tapan Pradhan of Kayakalpa and Aavaran clinics in Kathmandu has long worked to help patients understand that this is not a matter of too much sun, but of a body that has learned to react where others do not. The distinction carries real consequence: left unaddressed, what begins as a rash can quietly become chronic inflammation, scarring, and a fear of the ou
Understanding Photosensitivity: Expert Guide to UV-Triggered Skin Reactions
Untreated photosensitivity can develop into psychological anxiety and fear of sun exposure, limiting patients' social activities, outdoor exercise, and daily routines.