The difference between adult eczema and heat rash is mainly reflected in the pathogenesis, symptoms and treatment.
1. Pathogenesis: eczema is an inflammatory skin disease caused by a variety of internal and external factors, the pathogenesis is not clear, may be related to genetic factors, immune factors and environmental factors, etc.; heat rash is a superficial, inflammatory skin disease commonly seen in the summer or hot and humid environments, mainly due to the obstruction of sweat ducts.
2. Symptoms: The acute stage of eczema is characterized by pimples and oozing, while the chronic stage is characterized by skin thickening and mossy changes; patients with heat rash are mainly characterized by small blisters, papules, or mounds of herpes appearing on the skin, and some of them may have tingling or itching.
3. Treatment: For adult eczema, patients can apply glycerin lotion and glucocorticoid ointment, such as halomethasone ointment, under the guidance of doctors; while for heat rash, prickly heat powder, glycerin lotion and other medications can be applied.
Adult eczema and heat rash are two completely different skin diseases, it is recommended to timely to the regular hospital, after a clear diagnosis, targeted treatment.