It is just not the children who tend to experience heat rash, but even the adults can suffer from the same. Adults can contract heat rash if their body is exposed to humid conditions. Even indulging in rigorous physical activities, which causes sweat, can also result in the formation of heat rash in adults. Heat rash can occur when the body is subjected to too much heat and the sweat glands tend to get blocked. But it is mostly the children who are at higher risk of contracting the heat rash. Generally red colored pimples take the form of rash in places which were covered by clothing. In most of the cases, heat rash gets cured naturally without the aid of any medications.
Some remedies can be incorporated in your life, so that the occurrence of heat rash can be prevented. The best bet is to stay away from the harsh sunrays or extremely humid conditions as far as possible. Application of ice cubes can aid in cooling the skin when one is in a humid environment and notices the appearance of tiny red bumps on the skin. Wearing cotton clothes will decrease the propagation of heat rash. The region which is contracted by the heat rash should be kept dry and it should be cleaned with a soap which is mild in nature. Over the counter medicines like benadryl can be used if itching occurs. Calamine lotion can also be used for taking care of the itching. If you want a natural cure for itching caused by heat rash, then application of aloe vera gel can be a solution. If a person is experiencing pain due to heat rash then he can add some baking soda in his bath to alleviate the pain. You can add about three tablespoon of baking soda in bath water and let it soak for around fifteen minutes, and then you can use this water for bath. After you finish having the bath, it is suggested that you let the skin dry on its own and avoid the usage of towel for drying as it can cause irritation.
Hot showers should be avoided if you are experiencing a heat rash as it can cause irritation. Till the time the heat rash does not completely disappear it is recommended to stay away from the heat. When you are going outdoors or are staying in an environment which is humid enough to cause heat rash, then one should always wear clothing which is not too tight (so that it does not stick to the skin) and preferably it should be made of cotton. When a person suffers from fever or hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating) then they can aggravate the condition of heat rash. There are many other skin conditions which are often misinterpreted as heat rash. Conditions like acne, eczema, etc are often mistaken as heat rash. It is important to verify the exact skin condition that one is experiencing, so that the right treatment can be provided to him.