 And you can always medicate. Aspirin or ibuprofen can help with the pain and reduce swelling. Also make sure to hydrate. Drinking extra water helps because sunburns draw fluid to the skin and away from the rest of the body. For more health news, go to foxnewshealth.com. House Call for Health, Elisa Brady, Fox News. In 1942, KXEL AM 1540 came on the air. Five years later, KXEL expanded to FM 105.7.