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  2. May 6, 2022 · Heat rash — also known as prickly heat and miliaria — isn't just for babies. It affects adults, too, especially in hot, humid conditions. Heat rash occurs when sweat is trapped in the skin. Symptoms can range from small blisters to deep, inflamed lumps. Some forms of heat rash are very itchy.

  3. Dec 21, 2023 · 6 min read. What Is Heat Rash? A heat rash is a common rash on the skin that can show up when you're hot or you sweat a lot. It can make parts of your skin feel prickly or sting due to...

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  4. Apr 30, 2023 · Causes. Call your doctor. Prevention. A heat rash typically looks like small clear, white, or red bumps on your skin. These bumps are sometimes filled with fluid. They can show up...

  5. Sep 30, 2022 · Prevention. Guide. What to Know About Heat Rash. What Is Heat Rash? Heat rash is a term for a number of skin problems that arise or worsen because of heat exposure or overheating. Common names for heat rash include prickly heat or miliaria. Heat rash is caused by exposure to a hot environment.

  6. Apr 11, 2024 · Heat rash, also known as eccrine miliaria, sweat rash, and prickly heat, is a skin rash that causes the skin to turn red and feel warm or prickly (stinging). It also causes small red dots in the affected skin area in people with lighter skin tones and darker spots in people with darker skin tones.

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  7. Mar 2, 2022 · A heat rash, prickly heat rash or sweat rash is a group of tiny pimples or blisters on your skin caused by sweat trapped in your glands. The rash can be painful or itchy. Treat the rash at home by keeping your skin cool and dry. Contact your healthcare provider if your rash lasts longer than a week or causes severe pain or discomfort.

  8. Mar 21, 2024 · Causes. Home Remedies. OTC Therapies. Prescriptions. Avoiding Heat Rash. Heat rash, sometimes called prickly heat, is characterized by small reddish-pink bumps that can itch and burn. Known medically as miliaria, heat rash develops when sweat glands become blocked, and sweat gets trapped under the skin.

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