What to do if you have prickly heat

Prickly heat can be treated by applying medications or taking oral medications. Prickly heat is a superficial, inflammatory skin condition that is common in the summer or in hot environments. Its symptoms include pinpoint red patches, small red papules, and small blisters with itching and burning sensation. Applied medications for prickly heat include glycerite lotion, boric acid zinc oxide ice ointment, and mometasone furoate cream. Oral medications include cetirizine and loratadine tablets. Note that all medications should be taken or used under a doctor’s supervision, never on your own. If prickly heat, you should avoid hot and humid environment, pay attention to be in a cool environment, pay attention to timely washing after sweating, keep the local clean and dry. You should also wear loose, soft and light clothes, which can effectively reduce the irritation of the skin. All medications should be used or taken under the guidance of a doctor, if there is any discomfort, please go to the hospital in time.