Neonatal heat rash is a light red rash that appears on the skin when the ambient temperature is too high due to the underdevelopment of the sweat glands of newborns. It can be treated by general treatment and medication to reduce the symptoms and control the condition.
1. General treatment: After the occurrence of neonatal heat rash, the child should be undressed and not covered too tightly; use warm water to take a bath to keep the skin clean and hygienic; wear cotton breathable clothes; pay attention to the ventilation of the room, and the indoor temperature should not be too high.
2. Medication: You can use anti-itch medication under the guidance of a doctor, such as glycerine lotion, etc. If the symptoms are serious, you can follow the doctor’s instructions to apply glucocorticoid drugs to control the symptoms, such as budesonide cream.
It is recommended to keep the skin of newborns dry, bathe frequently, change underwear frequently, keep the body dry and cool, which will help the heat rash subside.
If the symptoms are not relieved for a long time, it is recommended to consult a doctor and follow the instructions of the doctor, so as not to miss the opportunity of treatment. All of the above medications should be used under the supervision of a doctor.