What are Heat Rashes and How to Get Rid of Them
The heat has been back for a few days, and if we are to believe the forecasts of the meteorologists, the end of spring and our summer are likely to be very hot. If we now know that we must protect our skin against the sun, we can quickly find ourselves helpless when heat rashes end up appearing on our bodies, causing discomfort and intense itching. But what are these red bumps that ruin our days in the sun and how do get rid of them?
What are Heat Rashes?
These small intruders are called miliaries, or heat rashes. They are the result of sweat duct blockage, which occurs when we sweat too much in hot weather. Sweat accumulates under the skin and causes inflammation, which manifests itself by the appearance of small red bumps sometimes engorged with fluid.
There are three types of the military:
– Miliaria cristallina: This is the most common type of heat rash. They appear as small, clear bumps on the skin. They are not bothersome and usually go away on their own within a few days.
– Miliaria Rubra: it is slightly larger than the miliaria crystalline and appears in the form of red bumps. They can be itchy, stinging, and uncomfortable. This type of miliaria usually goes away on its own within a few days.
– Miliaria Profunda: This is the least common but most serious type of heat rash. The bumps are larger and deeper than the other two types. They can be very itchy and can take weeks to heal.
How to Prevent Heat Rashes from Appearing?
There is no miracle treatment to get rid of miliaria overnight, but these few tips should be able to help you. First of all, it is necessary, as far as possible, to reduce perspiration because it is the main cause of heat rashes. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and maintain your body temperature. Whenever possible, avoid tight clothing that doesn’t allow your skin to breathe, and aim for cotton pieces instead.
If you are unable to cool down and you have the possibility to do so, take a cool shower or bath and use a mild soap to wash the areas affected by the heat rash, otherwise, apply a cold compress (but if possible dry) on the affected area to soothe you.
How to Get Rid of Heat Rash?
If you are unable to prevent the appearance of heat rashes, several solutions are available to you. You can use talcum powder to dry the area, and then keep it as cool as possible. You can also try using aloe vera directly on the skin to moisturize and soothe heat rashes. Finally, if these natural techniques don’t work, use an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream to reduce inflammation and itching, usually your heat rashes will go away very quickly.
Should I see a Doctor for my Heat Rash?
Typically, heat rash is a mild condition that goes away fairly quickly once you take the right steps. However, if your heat rash is severe and does not go away on its own, you may want to consider seeing a GP.
They may prescribe a stronger steroid or cortisone cream to clear up the pimples. This is a solution to consider if after trying everything you still suffer from those pimples, or if you have an infection if you have frantically scratched your pimples.
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