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heat rash

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rash (rash) a temporary eruption on the skin.
butterfly rash  a skin eruption across the nose and adjacent areas of the cheeks in the pattern of a butterfly, as in lupus erythematosus and seborrheic dermatitis.
diaper rash  irritant dermatitis in infants on the areas covered by the diaper, usually due to soiling or fungal contamination.
drug rash  see under eruption.
heat rash  miliaria rubra.

heat rash
n.
An inflammatory skin condition caused by obstruction of the ducts of the sweat glands, resulting from exposure to high heat and humidity and characterized by the eruption of small, red papules accompanied by an itching or prickling sensation. Also called miliaria, miliaria rubra, prickly heat, strophulus, tropical lichen.

heat rash,
a finely papular or vesicular inflammation of the skin that results from prolonged exposure to heat and high humidity. Tingling and prickling sensations are common. Prevention and treatment include cool, dry temperatures; ventilation; and absorbent powders. See also miliaria.


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The new product, which contains nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent as a main ingredient, combats various dermatitis symptoms including insect bites, hand eczema, diaper rash and heat rash.
An alternative is lightly fragranced body talc that also absorbs perspiration and helps to prevent heat rash.
Heat rash may occur in hot and humid environments where workers' skin surfaces are constantly bathed in perspiration.
 
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