If you think your sunburn sting was the final boss level of your seaside vacation horror, wait until you meet its evil overlord, Hell's Itch. Ever heard of it? Well, strap in, because understanding it might just save your sanity. Hell's Itch, also notoriously known as Devil's Itch, emerges as the monarch of pestering post-sunburn symptoms, often declaring its reign a day or two following a sun-kissed nightmare.

But it’s not all doom and gloom – you can throw hands with this infernal itch. Think of those cozy peppermint oil baths and soothing oatmeal dips you can take while your skin throws its reparation party. Yes, they can help manage this relentless itch and potential skin blistering, peeling, and numbness that comes with it.

Of course, none of us like playing a guessing game with our maladies, and sadly, the insidious Hell's Itch diagnosis is mostly based on your "it-feels-like-my-skin-is-on-fire" anecdotal express or could possibly be dismissed as good ol' traditional sunburn. But hey, don't play doctor; get a real one to assess your dermatological debacle if things get too hot.

It’s important that you know what not to do when this itch from the underworld graces you with its presence. Avoid scratching the temptation into your sunburnt skin or diving into more sun exposure as these may just escalate your Hell's Itch horror show. Kiss benzocaine or lidocaine products goodbye and forego long showers or baths, resulting in dryer skin. You see, Hell's Itch likes these. Don't give it the satisfaction.

Despite the hellish ordeal it brings, there's a happy ending; most reports suggest that this fire-beast fades away within a few days after its onset. Seek help from your beloved healthcare provider if your Hell's Itch journey gets spiked with fever, signs of shock, heat exhaustion, or dehydration. However, as the ancient saying goes, "Prevention is better than cure." Or in this case, better than teetering on the brink of insanity from hellish itching. So, do yourself a favor: next time you venture into the sun, armor your skin against it.

To sum it up, Hell's Itch is a skin-screaming sunburn aftermath that is mysteriously intense and irritating. Your best arsenal against it? Home and OTC tricks in one hand, staying in the shade, wearing sun-protective clothing and generous sunscreen applications in the other. But remember, when the discomfort reaches screaming peaks, it's time to ring up the pros. Doesn’t matter how rock-hard your ego may be, health always wins.