Prickly heat is caused by poor excretion of sweat, which impregnates and swells the stratum corneum of the skin and causes obstruction of the sweat ducts.
1. Topical medication: localized prickly heat can be washed with lukewarm water and then wiped dry, and glycerin lotion can be applied externally. For red prickly heat, glucocorticoids such as Dinaid cream can be applied externally. For pus rash, antibiotics such as erythromycin and mupirocin ointment can be used externally.
2. Systemic medication: oral antihistamines such as cetirizine hydrochloride drops can be taken when itching is obvious, and antibiotics such as amoxicillin can be used when prickly heat infection is serious.
It is recommended to use medication under the guidance of a doctor, not blindly self-medication. In addition, prickly heat should pay attention to care, to avoid the baby scratching caused by secondary infection. Indoor ventilation, clothing should be loose, and timely replacement of sweaty clothes.
If there is no relief after lifestyle modification, you should consult a doctor and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.