How to treat heat rash

#howto #treat #heatrash #pillshill A heat rash occurs when sweat ducts become clogged and the sweat cannot get to the surface of the skin. Instead, it becomes trapped beneath the skin's surface causing a mild inflammation or rash. Heat rash is also called prickly heat or miliaria. Many different types of skin rashes exist. They can be concerning, uncomfortable, or downright painful. One of the most common types is heat rash or miliaria. Heat rash is a skin condition that often affects children and adults in , humid weather conditions. You can develop heat rash when your pores become blocked and sweat can’t escape. The cause of heat rash is often friction on the surface of the skin. Adults usually develop heat rash on the parts of their bodies that rub together, such as between the inner thighs or under the arms. Babies often develop heat rash on their necks, but it can also develop in skin folds such as those of the armpits, elbows, and thighs.