Prickly heat also known as miliaria rubra is a common ailment suffered by many sun travellers and it can leave more than your skin prickling as you attempt to cope with these very uncomfortable symptoms! Prickly heat is generally brought on by overheating and sweating in a hot, humid environment. The rash of tiny red itchy spots is caused by blockage of the sweat pores which is largely confined to the covered areas of the body.  The rash is  itchy, stings or feels prickly, with tiny blisters on a red base.    Itching can also become more apparent during or after exercise.  The prickly...


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