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A prickly heat rash is a skin condition that arises whenever your body is exposed to high temperatures or sweats excessively. Various conditions can put you at a high risk of developing prickly heat rashes. Diabetes patients, for instance, are at a higher risk of developing prickly heat rashes because they sweat a lot whenever their glucose levels drop too low. Those who are dealing with a case of pneumonia are also more prone to prickly heat rashes due to the high fever and sweating they experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newborns have a particularly high risk because their sweat ducts haven\u2019t matured yet. There have been cases of incubated newborns developing a prickly heat rash due to the higher temperatures inside the incubator. Regardless of what caused the crash, there are a few home remedies that you can use to relieve it. Today we\u2019re going to take you through eight of the most effective ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Fans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The easiest way to treat a prickly heat rash is by providing sufficient ventilation to the affected area. Getting enough area there can also ensure that the condition doesn\u2019t worsen. Electric fans are great for this. While ceiling fans can also help, it\u2019s advised that you get a smaller electric fan that you can put on a chair next to your bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The direct airflow will treat your prickly heat rash faster than the ventilation from a ceiling fan would. Most fans won\u2019t cost you more than $10 to $20 even when you buy from quality manufacturers. The fan can also ward off mosquitos if you\u2019re residing in a tropical climate reducing the odds of you coming down with malaria <\/a>\u2014 a prominent risk factor for prickly heat rash due to the fever and sweating that it causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Air conditioner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As you can guess from the name, prickly heat rashes are caused by heat. If you\u2019re residing in an area that\u2019s relatively hot then you\u2019ll be at a higher risk for developing a prickly heat rash<\/a>. The easiest way to counteract the tropical climate risk factor is by getting yourself an air conditioner that\u2019ll cool the temperature of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it may seem rather expensive to rely on air conditioning, you\u2019ll be glad you did when you see your neighbors suffering from prickly heat rashes due to the hot and humid climate. If you want to cut down on your power usage then you could use your air conditioner to slightly lower the room temperature then combine it with an electric fan to improve ventilation. This hybrid approach tends to use less power since you won\u2019t need to use the maximum setting on your air conditioner thanks to the fan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Ice packs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ice packs are often used to relieve swelling and bruising <\/a>associated with bone fractures. What you may not know though is that they\u2019re also very effective when it comes to treating prickly heat rashes. They will cool the area down, allowing the prickly heat rash to dissipate over time. If you don\u2019t have any ice packs on hand then you can improvise and make one yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All you need are some ice cubes and a clean cloth. The keyword here is clean as using a dirty cloth can make matters worse if the rash gets infected. Washing the cloth with soap and warm water prior to using it for an ice pack is advised. If you don\u2019t have any ice then even a cloth soaked with cold water can help relieve the prickly heat rash. Some people refrigerate their clothes after washing them for later use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Oatmeal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Believe it or not, oatmeal <\/a>can actually hold the answer to relieving your prickly heat rash. We\u2019re not suggesting that you eat it, but rather use it as a bath scrub. Various studies have shown that it can reduce inflammation and itchiness for many types of skin rashes. To utilize this natural remedy, get two cups of oatmeal then pour it into a bath. The water should be lukewarm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t use hot water or you could end up irritating your skin further and worsening the prickly heat rash. Soak in the bath for around 20 minutes to get the best results. If you don\u2019t have a bathtub then you could also make an oatmeal paste and apply it topically. Create a mix of one part water and one part oatmeal then mix it thoroughly until it blends into a paste, then apply it directly to the rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Baking soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Baking soda<\/a> is another natural remedy that works for various skin conditions. It can even treat poison ivy by neutralizing the toxins in the skin that cause the irritation. The great thing about baking soda is the fact that you can easily find it in most pantries. Some patients with eczema have even reported that baking soda relieves these flareups. To make use of this natural remedy, start by preparing a bath that\u2019s lukewarm in temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any hotter will only make the prickly heat rash worse. After you\u2019ve got the bath to the right temperature, grab your baking soda and proceed to add three tablespoons into the bath. If your rash is particularly severe then you could go with five tablespoons instead. It\u2019s not advised that you use more than five tablespoons as it may be too potent for your skin and lead to further complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Talcum powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Talcum powder<\/a> is another thing that you likely have lying around your house that could actually take care of the prickly heat rash rather quickly. Prickly heat rashes are caused by two things: heat and sweat. Talcum powder reduces your sweat by absorbing any perspiration on the skin. Applying a coating of the talcum powder to the site of the prickly heat rash can reduce the sweat around that area, relieving the irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also use talcum powder as a preventative measure. If you coat high-risk areas \u2014 regions of your body that tend to sweat a lot \u2014 in talcum powder then you\u2019ll keep them dry and reduce the risk of a prickly heat rash forming. Rather than wiping it off afterward, leave the talcum powder on your skin as if it was antiperspirant deodorant powder. Try to use hypoallergenic varieties of talcum powder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Cannabidiol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some people suffering from prickly heat rash has said that the use of cannabidiol <\/a>has been very helpful in treating the skin issue. There are certain reports of topical cannabidiol cream managing to relieve the prickly heat rash in a matter of minutes. This isn\u2019t very surprising seeing as cannabidiol holds natural anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s worth noting that cannabidiol, while derived from the cannabis plant, is non-psychoactive and thus totally legal to possess. There have even been some oral supplements that have proven effective at relieving eczema and prickly heat rash. If you want to get rid of the rash then CBD might be worth a shot. While the studies verifying the health benefits of cannabidiol are still in their early stages, it\u2019s clear that consumers have found it to be effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Epsom salt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Epsom salt<\/a> has long been revered as a natural remedy for countless conditions. Studies have shown that it can improve the quality of your sleep, reduce stress, and yes, even take care of your prickly heat rash. Start by preparing a bath that\u2019s lukewarm in temperature \u2014 as a hot bath would further irritate your skin. Add in two cups of Epsom salt then soak for around half an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s worth noting that Epsom salt is a natural laxative and can lead to diarrhea if consumed in excess. If you\u2019re bathing a child in the Epsom bath then ensure that they don\u2019t drink any of it. It has been theorized that the magnesium in the Epsom salt is the mineral responsible for relieving the irritation in your skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many patients with eczema have said that Epsom baths help them prevent flareups. There are also anecdotal reports of many people who have said that their prickly heat rash was gone as soon as they left the Epsom bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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