heat rashes
Sweat-induced red bumps
Heat rashes are skin irritations caused by blocked sweat ducts, typically appearing as small red bumps or blisters in hot, humid conditions.
They occur most often in areas where skin folds or clothing traps moisture: The baby developed heat rashes in the creases of her neck.
Also called prickly heat or miliaria.
- miliariaSweat-induced skin eruption
- humidityMoisture in atmosphere
- hot weatherHigh atmospheric temperatures
- itchinessIrritating skin sensation
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
papule · pustules · talcum powder · redness · dermatitis · calamine lotion · discomfort · summer · sweat glands · sweat ducts · sweating · synthetic fabrics · loose clothing · blisters · epidermis · baby powder · corn starch · heatwaves
temperature cause
heat rashesfrostbite
Freezing of body tissue
chilblains · frostnip · windburn · trench foot · cold sores
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