1. What is prickly heat
Prickly heat is a common skin disease, also known as sweat blisters and sweat spots. It is the formation of small blisters in the pores due to the inability of sweat to drain properly. Prickly heat is very common in babies. The main reason is that babies have tender skin and developed sweat glands, making them prone to sweating.
2. Causes of prickly heat in babies
1. High temperature: High temperatures and high humidity in summer will cause babies to sweat more and easily develop prickly heat.
2. Improper dressing: Overdressing or wearing non-breathable clothes in summer can cause your baby to sweat excessively.
3. High humidity: A humid environment will make pores more likely to be clogged.
4. Improper bathing: Bathing for too long or the water temperature is too high will cause the skin to lose moisture and easily cause prickly heat.
3. How to prevent and treat prickly heat in babies
1. Keep clean and dry: change diapers and clothes in time and wash frequently.
2. Appropriate temperature and humidity: Air conditioning or fans can help indoor temperature and humidity.
3. Pay attention to what you wear: Choose clothes with good breathability and avoid wearing too many or too tight clothes.
4. Take a bath correctly: Don’t take a bath too long, don’t keep the water temperature too high, and use mild toiletries.
5. Keep skin hydrated: Use moisturizer or lotion to keep skin hydrated.
4. How to deal with prickly heat in babies
1. Do not squeeze prickly heat: Prickly heat is a small blister formed due to clogged pores. Squeezing can lead to infection and aggravate symptoms.
2. Keep the skin clean and dry: change diapers and clothes in time and wash them frequently.
3. Use ointments or powders: Doctors recommend using some ointments or powders to relieve symptoms.
5. How to relieve the discomfort of babies with prickly heat
1. Pay attention to cleanliness and dryness: change diapers and clothes in time and wash them frequently.
2. Avoid friction: Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight or diapers that are too tight.
3. Keep the environment suitable: indoor temperature and humidity, and maintain air circulation.
4. Use ointments or powders: Doctors recommend using some ointments or powders to relieve symptoms.
6. Summary
Prickly heat is a common skin disease in babies. The main reason is that sweat cannot be discharged normally and the small blisters formed in the pores are blocked. Prevention and treatment methods include maintaining cleanliness, dryness, temperature and humidity, dressing appropriately, bathing correctly, and keeping skin hydrated. If the baby does not improve for a long time or develops other symptoms, he should seek medical treatment in time.
