prickly heat

An individual is known to suffer from prickly heat when the sweat glands get blocked which in turn results in spots on the skin that are extremely itchy and results in a lot of discomfort for the individual. Some of the main causes of prickly heat are inadequate sun protection gear resulting in over exposure to the sun. One could indulge in preventive treatment for prickly heat by wearing cotton or natural fiber loose fitting clothes and also some suitable head gear to protect the skin from the harsh UV rays of the sun. One should also drink plenty of water so as to ensure that the skin stays hydrated.

One of the home remedies for prickly heat is to apply a cold compress on the affected area of the skin which will try and reduce the amount of heat. One may also apply a non-perfumed moisturizer on the affected area as this may help in minimizing the redness and dryness caused on account of the prickly heat. One of the best natural treatments for prickly heat is to use some aloe vera extract directly on the affected area as it is known to have excellent anti bacterial an ant-inflammatory properties that tend to soothe the skin. Prickly heat can also be treated at home by applying essential oils such as chamomile and lavender. Both these oils are known to have a cooling and soothing effect on the skin affected by prickly heat. Another home remedy for prickly heat relief is to apply the inside portion of the slices of a watermelon after eating on the affected skin. This should be allowed to remain on the skin for some time before going for a cool bath. In fact while suffering from prickly heat one should also increase the consumption of cucumber and water melon as they are known to have a cooling effect on the body on account of their high water content.

A simple treatment for prickly heat is to rub some ice cubes on the red boils as these ice cubes tend to help in reducing the inflammation and provide some relief from the constant itchiness. Those suffering from prickly heat are also advised to modify their diet to reduce the intake of oily or fried foods and instead increase the intake of fluids like sugarcane juice of lemon juice as they are known for their cooling properties. Similarly, for quick recovery from prickly heat, one should also avoid excessive intake of alcohol and smoking.
 
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