Heat rash is most common in babies, but it may affect adults in hot and humid climates. It develops when the sweat ducts become blocked and swell and often leads to a red or pink rash, discomfort, and itching found on body areas covered by clothing.
Heat rash is most common in babies, but it may affect adults in hot and humid climates. It develops when the sweat ducts become blocked and swell and often leads to a red or pink rash, discomfort, and itching found on body areas covered by clothing.
Generally, heat rash looks like dots or tiny pimples on the head, neck, and shoulders. The rash areas can get irritated by clothing or scratching, and, in rare cases, a secondary skin infection may develop.
DIAGNOSIS
Heat rash can usually be identified by its appearance and does not usually require medical attention. Contact your doctor right away if it doesn’t go away after 3 or 4 days, or if it worsens, or a fever develops.
When you or your child has a rash, be sure to watch for signs of infection, including:
RECOMMENDED MEDICATIONS
Most prickly heat rashes heal on their own. The following steps can help relieve symptoms:
The following tips can help prevent future episodes of the rash:
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