Prickly Heat
Prickly heat-medically termed miliaria and also known as heat
rash or summer
rash-is a rash that affects infants and small children. It is caused by profuse
sweating with blocked and inflamed sweat glands. Because of the blockage and
inflammation, the sweat does not reach the surface of the skin, but is trapped
within it, causing irritation and, frequently,
itching. Prickly heat is common after
a sunburn, on a hot and humid day, with a
fever, or as a result of excessive warmth
from too many clothes or an overheated environment.
The rash is characterized by red areas, with small,
blister like bumps at the
center. This rash can appear on the face, neck, shoulders, stomach, or chest. It may
be somewhat itchy and stinging.
Supplements and herbs
See age-appropriate dosages of herbal remedies
- Topical aloe vera gel is soothing and cooling. Apply aloe gel to the rash to take
the heat and stinging out of the skin. Repeat as often as necessary.
- Apply calendula gel or lotion to the skin to help ease the discomfort and
promote healing.
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