During the summer months, many suffer from heat-related conditions. Prolonged exposure to warm weather can cause muscle cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dehydration, and other ailments. Heat rash is a common condition that can occur when your body is overheated. It typically appears in areas like the neck, face, and arms, but it can appear anywhere. Heat rash does not usually require treatment to go away, however, it is important to take steps to cool down your body if you’re experiencing heat rash to avoid other heat-related conditions.
At AFC Urgent Care Perth Amboy, our clinic is able to provide support and treatment for a variety of common heat conditions. If you’re experiencing a rash from excessive heat, our medical providers can provide a diagnosis for your symptoms and help provide treatment to get rid of the rash. Simply walk into the clinic.
What Is A Heat Rash?
A heat rash occurs when the ducts that connect sweat glands to the surface of the skin get blocked or experience inflammation. When the sweat ducts are blocked it causes the skin to become irritated as the sweat is trapped beneath the skin. As a result, it can cause hives to appear on the surface of the skin.
A heat rash appears as small clusters of blisters or bumps that are itchy. However, heat rash can also appear as clear fluid-filled bumps that do not itch. The key visual element of heat rash are the many raised bumps on the skin. These bumps are caused by the pools of sweat that are trapped beneath the skin. Heat rash is relatively harmless, however, it is important not to scratch the rash because it can lead to an infection.
How Do You Prevent Heat Rash?
Preventing heat rash is similar to preventing other heat-related health concerns. You should avoid being outside in extreme heat, especially around the hottest parts of the day. When you are outside you should wear lightweight loose-fitting clothing that is designed to wick away moisture caused by sweat. You should avoid physical activity when you are outdoors in a hot environment. If you are working out it is recommended to stay indoors in an air-conditioned environment if it is hot and humid outside. Heat rash can also be impacted by creams and ointments. Ointments and creams can block sweat glands and cause heat rash as well. Using lightweight products when it’s hot outside that won’t clog your pores can help prevent heat rash.
Do I Need To See A Doctor About Heat Rash?
On its own heat rash is not a major medical concern. It tends to go away on its own and heals without scarring. However, heat rash can lead to infection. When someone scratches their skin for any reason they risk opening their skin and leaving it vulnerable to bacteria. If you notice signs of an infection where you had heat rash in the past, you should see a doctor to get a diagnosis and treatments that can help fight the infection. It is also important to be aware of other heat-related symptoms. If your heat rash is not resolving on it’s own, you should seek medical care to confirm the diagnosis. There are other conditions that can lead to a rash such as allergies or poison ivy which require treatment to resolve.
Visit AFC Urgent Care Perth Amboy for Walk-In Heat Rash Treatment in Perth Amboy, NJ
Heat rash is a relatively common condition in the summer months. In most cases, it is a result of working out too hard to spending too much time in the sun. Getting rid of heat rash may require some minor lifestyle changes, such as increasing your AC at home or spending less time working out outdoors. If you’re concerned about your heat rash or think it may have gotten infected, AFC Urgent Care Perth Amboy is available 7 days a week to provide rapid diagnosis and treatment for skin rashes. Simply walk into the clinic!
