Heat rash (prickly heat)Overview

overview

Heat rash, also called prickly heat, is a rash usually caused by excessive sweating.

symptoms

Symptoms of heat rash include small, itchy red spots anywhere on the body.

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You can ease heat rash by keeping your skin cool. A damp cloth, ice pack (wrapped in a tea towel) or medicines from a pharmacy can help any itchiness.

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causes

Heat rash can happen if your sweat glands become blocked and sweat gets trapped in them.