Five tips on how to avoid prickly heat or heat rash

Clogged pores keep sweat under the skin, and people of all ages can develop heat rash

Heat rash can cause small bumps, itching or tingling, and mild swelling

The rash is usually red, but it may be less noticeable on brown or black skin, so be aware that the bulge that is 2 mm to 4 mm in diameter may be filled with fluid

Stinging pain is usually associated with babies, but adults can also occur, especially in tropical climates or when sweating is excessive

There are different types of heat rash, but the symptoms are usually the same in adults and children

The mildest form of heat rash is called crystalline miliary rash, which occurs in the sweat ducts on the top layer of the skin

This type usually causes clear, fluid-filled blisters and bumps that can easily rupture

This type of heat rash is sometimes called tingling.

Deep milia is a type of heat rash that affects the deep layer of the skin, called the dermis

This is where the remaining sweat leaks from the glands to the skin, causing symptoms that look like goose bumps

How to avoid tingling or heat rash

To avoid tingling, you should follow these 5 suggestions:

Avoid overwork

At the same time, it is important to use long-sleeved or long-legged clothes to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays to avoid sunburn.

To prevent heat rash, you should wear soft, lightweight cotton clothes

Make sure the clothes are loose on the skin, not tight

If you wear too much, your baby will get heat rash in winter, so be sure to dress as warm as an adult in the colder months

Keep cool at night

You should use lightweight bedding instead of heavy duvets in the summer

Sleep very lightly.

Try to keep the sleeping area cool and ventilated, and open windows or fans to ensure comfort
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Close the blinds during the day and open the windows at night to help cool the room
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Stay in the shade

It is not a good idea to sunbathe for several hours or exercise in the sun
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The Mayo Clinic recommends staying in the shade or in an air-conditioned room when the weather is very hot, especially if you already have heat rash
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Cold bath and shower

Don’t turn up the heating while bathing or showering, even after a long and difficult day

When it’s cool outside, hot baths and showers can be relaxing, but it’s best to drink cold water when it’s hot
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Keep hydrated

Don't be thirsty, and be sure to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and stinging
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The Eatwell guide says that we should drink 6 to 8 glasses of liquids every day, but if the weather is really hot or you are exercising a lot, you should exercise more
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This can include tea, coffee, sugar-free beverages, milk, and water
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