Suggest Some Remedies For Severe Heat Rash, Uncomfortable Itching In The Upper Leg/Crease/ Side Of The Upper Leg.

Heat rashes are primarily caused by clogging of the ducts of sweat glands and are quite common in infants and children. Adults may also suffer from prickly heat if they are overexposed to hot and humid environments. Other causes of heat rashes are structural abnormalities of sweat glands and excessive use of skin creams and ointments. The sweat gets entrapped in the skin along with rash causing germs, leading to appearance of blisters or rashes on skin. Heat rashes could range in degree, from minor pricking to intense itching.

Some of the home remedies for heat rash are as follows:

• Keeping your skin cool is an effective way of managing both itching and inflammation. The application of cold compresses or ice helps soothe the rashes to a great extent.
• You can also apply fresh aloe vera gel as this is one of the best natural treatments for heat rash.
• Calamine lotion helps cool the skin, and it is extremely effective on heat rashes. Apply it liberally all over the affected areas.
• You could also apply talcum powder before stepping out in the sun or during the day; this helps soak up sweat, which serves not only to treat but also prevent heat rashes.

Other preventive measures regarding heat rashes include:

• Protect yourself from being exposed to the sun and heat.
• Refrain from using a lot of ointments and skin creams.
• Wear light and cool clothing so as to get moisture off your body.

answered by S S

What are the causes of heat rash?

Medically referred to as miliaria, prickly heat or heat rashes are caused by over exposure to heat and humidity. Sometimes, when you sweat excessively, it may not evaporate and it gets trapped in the skin's pores. This causes clogging of the pores and leads to rashes. The prime causes of heat rashes are abnormalities in the structural development of sweat glands and excessive usage of ointments and skin creams during humid and hot weather.

The signs and symptoms of heat rash include appearance of blisters on skin, which might be slightly prickly or and may itch excessively. There are certain preventive measures that you can adopt to avoid getting heat rashes. First and foremost, you should avoid overexposure to the sun. If you do go out or if you live in a hot and humid climate, you should wear light cotton clothing to allow the sweat to dry. This also helps keep the skin cool and rash free. Avoid the use of too many skin creams, and if you must use creams, opt for those creams that contain calamine or aloe vera, as these help cool the skin further.

Using ample talcum powder on the heat rashes and/or cold compresses is to good way to relieve the condition. However, if the condition worsens, it is best to seek the advice of a dermatologist for proper treatment.

answered by A S

Are there any remedies that can help relieve an itching sensation caused by heat rash?

Also referred to as miliaria or prickly heat, heat rashes are red-colored blisters that appear on skin due to over-exposure to heat and humidity. Heat rashes are caused when sweat does not evaporate and gets trapped in the skin’s pores. Some of the causes of heat rashes are structural abnormalities of sweat glands and excessive use of skin creams and ointments.

The prime symptom of heat rash is the appearance of rashes that may be extremely itchy and discomforting. Some of the remedies to relieve heat rash itching are as under:

• One of remedies for relief from a heat rash is to apply aloe vera gel. It will soothe the itching and relieve the symptoms of rash.
• You may use talcum powder to prevent the condition from aggravating. It will soak the moisture and sweat, and help relieve the itching sensation.
• Application of calamine lotion will also help relieve the itching caused by heat rashes.
• Ice or cold compresses help soothe the rashes or blisters, relieving itching.
• Also, you must avoid sun exposure and must refrain from using too many skin creams and ointments. Always wear loose and light clothing in the summer to allow the sweat to dry and your skin to remain cool. You must consult a dermatologist if the condition persists or worsens.

answered by G M

How can a person get rid of heat rash quickly?

Heat rashes are caused when there is excessive sweating that does not get evaporated and instead clogs the skin's pores. It results from an over-exposure to heat and humidity, structural abnormalities of sweat glands, and excessive use of skin creams and ointments. Heat rashes cause the appearance of blisters on the skin, which can be extremely itchy. Some of the effective home remedies to get rid of heat rashes are as follows:

• Application of ice or cold compresses helps relieve the itching and inflammation caused by heat rashes.
• You can use calamine lotion to soothe the blisters and relieve the symptoms of the condition.
• Application of aloe vera gel also soothes heat rashes.

There are also some of the remedies for preventing heat rashes:

• Always wear loose and light clothing during the summer months and when you go out in the sun; this helps keep the moisture away from your skin, thereby preventing rashes.
• You must refrain from using too many skin creams and lotions during hot and humid seasons.
• Use talcum powder as it helps to soak excessive sweat and prevents prickly heat or heat rashes.
• Keep yourself clean and your body cool by taking frequent showers.

If the condition is severe and persistent, you should consult a dermatologist for expert advice.

answered by G M