As we know heat rash is a common skin condition in the summer.
But do we know how to treat it and how it develops?
What exactly is heat rash?
Heat rash is a very common skin ailment that can affect any person irrespective of their age, during hot and humid weather. In such weather, pores become clogged and sweat cannot escape, this actually causes inflammation which ultimately leads to heat rash.
Heat rash is also called prickly heat or miliaria.
It is a painless but uncomfortable skin rash that appears as little red spots on your skin. The severity of heat rash varies with its type.
Causes:
Heat rash can be caused by wearing specific types of garments that can trap sweat in summers. Heat rash can also be caused by the use of heavy skin care products.
An itchy red rash on your skin might be caused by exposure to the sun in hot summer. It normally goes away on its own after a few days, although it can reappear.
Symptoms:
It is characterized by red bumps on the skin as well as scratchy or prickling sensation. This sensation is comparable to that of light sunburn and is caused by the inflammation of the skin’s outermost layer.
Treatment:
You can treat heat rashes at your home by yourself in really effective ways.
- Wear loose, comfy and light-colored clothing that does not retain heat or moisture. Cotton and other natural textiles are ideal in hot summers.
- Spend time in surroundings that are comparatively cool. In the summers and during periods of excessive heat, avoid going out.
- Take chilly baths or showers on a regular basis.
- Another thing you have to remember is that scratching the affected region might make it worse and cause infection.
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About the Author: Dr. Sayyam Azam is Certified Dermatologist who has specialized in Clinical Dermatology(Pakistan) and Aesthetic Medicine(U.S).During her specialized training ,she is involved in multiple clinical as well as aesthetic dermatological procedure such as botox, fillers ,chemical peels. As a licensed dermatologist, she is now running a state of art Aesthetic Centre ( The Face Clinic ) in Multan ,Pakistan.