Heat rash is common during hot, humid weather.
The rash may appear as blisters or red lumps. Heat rash may cause itchiness or a prickly feeling.
Heat rash usually goes away on its own. Use of fans and lightweight clothing can help.
There are three types of prickly heat: Clear (miliaria crystallina): mildest form, usually the blisters aren't itchy or painful. Red (miliaria rubra): occurring deeper in the outer skin layer, itchy with red bumps, prickly heat found in infants and adults;
Heat rash occurs when the skin's sweat glands are blocked and the sweat produced cannot get to the surface of the skin to evaporate. This causes inflammation that results in a rash. Common symptoms of heat rash include red bumps on the skin, and a prickly or itchy feeling to the skin (also known as prickly heat).
Common Symptoms of heat rash include red bumps on the skin, and a prickly or itchy feeling to the skin (also known as prickly heat). The rash appears as reddened skin with tiny blisters and is due to inflammation. It often occurs in skin creases or areas of tight clothing where air cannot circulate.
Three times a day may give better result.
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GeneralMedicines :A natural remedy for prickly heat is Calamine Lotion or Candid Dusting Powder. It can be applied to the affected area to cool the skin. Hydrocortisone cream in a low dosage can also make the feeling of itching subside.
